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Bullyville

Bullyville

Published in
2007
3.14
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Description

My father was killed on 9/11. When eighth grader Bart Rangely is granted a "mercy" scholarship to an elite private school after his father is killed in the North Tower, doors should have opened. Instead, he is terrorized and bullied by his own mentor. So begins the worst year of his life.
Age
12-15
Text complexity
proficient
Length
260 pages

Why to read

  • Deals with important social issues
  • Strong character development
  • Emotionally engaging
  • Promotes empathy and understanding