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All Rise for the Honorable Perry T. Cook

All Rise for the Honorable Perry T. Cook

Published in
2016
4.31
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Description

The story of a boy named Perry, who was born and brought up in a correctional facility where his mom is incarcerated. When a new district attorney discovers him living there and tries to move him into a separate home, Perry fights for his right to stay with his mother.
Age
10-12
Text complexity
developing
Length
400 pages

Why to read

  • Heart-warming story of resilience and family love
  • Provides insight into lives of children with incarcerated parents
  • Exploration of the justice system through a child's perspective
  • Makes reader empathize and question societal norms