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Jeffrey Alper discovers what it means to be a cancer survivor. For him, it means physical alterations and lapses in cognitive functioning. It means being aware of how people interact with him as “the boy who survived cancer.” This sensitively told and insightful story reveals what happens when
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Publication
Scholastic Press (2010), Edition: 1, 272 pages
Description
Although Jeff and Tad, encouraged by a new friend, Lindsey, make a deal to help one another overcome aftereffects of their cancer treatments in preparation for eighth-grade graduation, Jeff still craves advice from his older brother Stephen, who is studying drums in Africa.
Awards
Nebraska Golden Sower Award (Nominee — 2014)
Young Hoosier Book Award (Nominee — Middle Grade — 2013)
Sequoyah Book Award (Nominee — Intermediate — 2013)
Georgia Children's Book Award (Finalist — 2012)
Utah Beehive Book Award (Nominee — Young Adult — 2012)
Nutmeg Book Award (Nominee — Teen — 2013)
Vermont Golden Dome Book Award (Nominee)
Iowa Teen Award (Nominee — 2012)
Thumbs Up! Award (Honor — 2011)
Grand Canyon Reader Award (Nominee — 2013)
Arkansas Teen Book Award (Nominee — 2013)
Amelia Elizabeth Walden Award (Finalist — Finalist — 2011)
Volunteer State Book Award (Nominee — High School — 2013)
Maud Hart Lovelace Award (Nominee — 2013)
Rhode Island Teen Book Award (Nominee — 2012)
Carolyn W. Field Award (Winner — Children's — 2011)
Schneider Family Book Award (Winner — Middle Grades — 2011)
Best Fiction for Young Adults (Selection — 2011)
Teacher Favorites Award (2011)
Tome Society It List (2014)
Texas Lone Star Reading List (2011)
Language
Original language
English
Original publication date
2010-02-01
ISBN
0439837065 / 9780439837064
DDC/MDS
| 305 |