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Mockingbird

Mockingbird

2010 by Kathryn Erskine

4.20
on Goodreads (34,533)

Description

The book follows the life of a young girl named Caitlin who has Asperger's Syndrome and struggles to cope with the death of her brother. She finds solace in the definition of 'closure' and sets out to find it.
Age
10-12
Text complexity
intermediate
Length
235 pages
Book in series
#1

Why to read

  • Develops empathy for those with Asperger's Syndrome
  • Deals with dealing with loss in a heartfelt way
  • Inspires perseverance
  • Teaches about the importance of closure