Locomotion
Locomotion by Jacqueline Woodson is a poignant narrative presented in verse, published by Penguin on January 7, 2010. This reprint edition spans 144 pages and is written in English. The story follows eleven-year-old Lonnie, who grapples with the loss of his parents in a fire and the separation from his little sister, Lili, who has been placed in a different foster home. Through his poetry, Lonnie expresses his deep feelings of heartbreak and longing, while also navigating his new life with his foster mother, Miss Edna, and his teacher, Ms. Marcus.
Readers will find a heartfelt exploration of family, loss, and resilience as Lonnie uses poetry to articulate his emotions and experiences. The narrative delves into themes of orphans and foster homes, highlighting the challenges faced by children in such circumstances. Woodson’s lyrical writing style makes the story accessible, allowing readers to connect with Lonnie’s journey as he seeks to reunite with his sister and find his place in the world. This edition offers a unique perspective on the complexities of childhood and the enduring bonds of family.
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Finalist for the National Book Award
When Lonnie was seven years old, his parents died in a fire. Now he’s eleven, and he still misses them terribly. And he misses his little sister, Lili, who was put into a different foster home because “not a lot of people want boys-not foster boys that ain’t babies.” But Lonnie hasn’t given up. His foster mother, Miss Edna, is growing on him. She’s already raised two sons and she seems to know what makes them tick. And his teacher, Ms. Marcus, is showing him ways to put his jumbled feelings on paper.
Told entirely through Lonnie’s poetry, we see his heartbreak over his lost family, his thoughtful perspective on the world around him, and most of all his love for Lili and his determination to one day put at least half of their family back together. Jacqueline Woodson’s poignant story of love, loss, and hope is lyrically written and enormously accessible.
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