{"product_id":"new-kid-graphic-novel","title":"New Kid Graphic Novel - Jerry Craft","description":"\u003ch2 data-path-to-node=\"0\"\u003eNew Kid - Jerry Craft (Graphic Novel)\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"1\"\u003e\u003ci data-path-to-node=\"1\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eNew Kid\u003c\/i\u003e is a groundbreaking, Newbery Medal-winning graphic novel that explores the complexities of race, class, and fitting in. Author and illustrator Jerry Craft delivers a story that is as humorous as it is poignant, offering a sharp look at the \"code-switching\" required of many students navigating different social worlds.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-path-to-node=\"2\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-path-to-node=\"3\"\u003ePlot Summary\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"4\" id=\"p-rc_a750951190dd678c-25\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-32 citation-end-32\"\u003eSeventh-grader Jordan Banks loves nothing more than drawing cartoons about his life. But instead of sending him to the art school of his dreams, his parents enroll him in a prestigious private school known for its academi\u003csup class=\"superscript\" data-turn-source-index=\"1\"\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c\/sup\u003e\u003c\/span\u003ecs. Jordan soon finds himself torn between two worlds: his Washington Heights neighborhood and the upscale Riverdale Academy Day School. As one of the few kids of color in his entire grade, Jordan must learn to navigate his new environment while staying true to himself and his creative roots.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"source-inline-chip-container ng-star-inserted\"\u003e\n\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-path-to-node=\"5\"\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"6\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"6,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"6,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eAward-Winning Narrative:\u003c\/b\u003e The first graphic novel to ever win the Newbery Medal, recognized for its exceptional contribution to children’s literature.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"6,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"6,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eNuanced Social Commentary:\u003c\/b\u003e Addresses microaggressions, stereotypes, and socioeconomic differences with a balance of wit and sincerity that is accessible to middle-grade readers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"6,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"6,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eRelatable Coming-of-Age Themes:\u003c\/b\u003e Beyond its social themes, it captures the universal experience of being the \"new kid\" and the struggle to find a genuine group of friends.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"6,3,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"6,3,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eEngaging Visual Style:\u003c\/b\u003e Features clean, expressive illustrations and \"sketchbook\" style segments that represent Jordan’s own cartoons, providing a unique window into his inner thoughts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-path-to-node=\"7\"\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"8\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"8,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"8,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eAuthor\/Illustrator:\u003c\/b\u003e Jerry Craft\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"8,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"8,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eFormat:\u003c\/b\u003e Graphic Novel\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"8,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"8,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eTarget Age:\u003c\/b\u003e 8–12 years (Grades 3–7)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"8,3,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"8,3,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eAwards:\u003c\/b\u003e Newbery Medal, Coretta Scott King Author Award, Kirkus Prize\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;strong\u0026gt;Condition:\u0026lt;\/strong\u0026gt; Gently used, excellent condition.\u0026lt;\/p\u0026gt;\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Ready Kids Canada","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43705881329729,"sku":"B260803","price":8.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0693\/2499\/6673\/files\/E4D23081-48CF-4023-B2BB-8A62DC0DF7A0.jpg?v=1775387432","url":"https:\/\/readykidscanada.com\/products\/new-kid-graphic-novel","provider":"Ready Kids Canada","version":"1.0","type":"link"}