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No Fixed Address

No Fixed Address

Published in
1997
3.54
on Goodreads (26)

Description

No Fixed Address is a touching and humorous novel by Susin Nielsen that follows the story of a young boy named Felix Knutsson. Twelve-year-old Felix lives in Vancouver, Canada, with his mother Astrid, who struggles to keep a stable job. Due to their financial difficulties, they find themselves living in a van, which they've named Winnie. Despite their precarious living situation, Felix is a bright and resourceful kid who loves trivia and dreams of competing on a national television game show. As Felix navigates the challenges of keeping their homelessness a secret, he also deals with the ups and downs of middle school life, including friendships, bullies, and his first crush. The novel explores themes of poverty, resilience, and the importance of community support while maintaining a sense of hope and humor. Felix's journey is a testament to the strength of the human spirit and the power of love between a mother and her son.
Age
8-12
Text complexity
intermediate
Length
180 pages

Why to read

  • Encourages resilience and hope
  • Teaches about compassion
  • Exposes realities of homelessness
  • Incorporates a lot of trivia, entertaining and educational