Book details
Clean Getaway
Description
From #1 New York Times bestselling author Nic Stone comes a timely middle-grade road-trip story through landmarks of the Civil Rights movement and the map they lay for contemporary race relations.
How to Go on an Unplanned Road Trip with Your Grandma:
Grab a Suitcase: Prepacked from the big spring break trip that got CANCELLED.
Fasten Your Seatbelt: G'ma's never conventional, so this trip won't be either.
Use the Green Book: G'ma's most treasured possession. It holds history, memories, and most important, the way home.
What Not to Bring:
A Cell Phone: Avoid contact with Dad at all costs. Even when G'ma starts acting stranger than usual.
Set against the backdrop of the segregation history of the American South, take a trip with this New York Times bestseller and an eleven-year-old boy who is about to discover that the world hasn't always been a welcoming place for kids like him, and things aren't always what they seem--his G'ma included.
"Truly a delight." -Christopher Paul Curtis, author of Newbery Medal winner Bud, Not Buddy
Age
9-12
Text complexity
intermediate
Length
239 pages
Why to read
- Educational Value: 'Clean Getaway' provides readers with insights into the historical and contemporary issues of race relations and social justice in America, making it a valuable educational tool for young readers to learn about the civil rights movement and the ongoing struggle for equality.
- Engaging Storytelling: Nic Stone is known for her compelling narrative style, and in 'Clean Getaway', she weaves a story that is both entertaining and thought-provoking, keeping readers engaged from start to finish with relatable characters and a road trip adventure.
- Intergenerational Relationships: The book explores the dynamics of a grandson and his grandmother on a road trip, offering a heartwarming look at family bonds and the wisdom that can be passed down through generations, which can resonate with readers of all ages.
- Critical Acclaim: Nic Stone is a critically acclaimed author, and 'Clean Getaway' has received positive reviews for its handling of complex themes with sensitivity and humor. Reading a well-received book by a respected author can be a rewarding experience for those who appreciate quality literature.