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A Duet for Home

A Duet for Home

Published in
2022
4.23
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Description

Told from the perspective of biracial sixth-graders June and Tyrell, two children living in a homeless shelter. As their friendship grows over a shared love of classical music, June and Tyrell confront a new housing policy that puts homeless families in danger. It's June’s first day at Huey House, and as if losing her home weren’t enough, she also can’t bring her cherished viola inside. Before the accident last year, her dad saved tip money for a year to buy her viola, and she’s not about to give it up now. Tyrell has been at Huey House for three years and gives June a glimpse of the good things about living there: friendship, hot meals, and a classical musician next door. Can he and June work together to oppose the government, or will families be forced out of Huey House before they are ready?
Age
8-12
Text complexity
intermediate
Length
368 pages
Book in series
#2

Why to read

  • Heartwarming story of friendship and community
  • Explores themes of family and belonging
  • Incorporates the power of music
  • Addresses real-life challenges faced by children