Flying Solo
“Flying Solo” by Ralph J. Fletcher, published by Houghton Mifflin Harcourt in November 2008, is a work of juvenile fiction that explores the dynamics of a sixth-grade classroom when their substitute teacher fails to arrive. Over the course of 144 pages, the students attempt to manage their class independently, showcasing their ingenuity and teamwork. However, the day takes a turn when a conflict arises between two students, Bastian Fauvell and Rachel White, stemming from the recent death of their classmate, Tommy Feathers. This incident challenges Rachel to confront her feelings of grief and silence.
Readers will find that “Flying Solo” intricately portrays the emotional landscape of adolescence, touching on themes of friendship, grief, and the complexities of blended families. The narrative unfolds hour by hour, providing a unique perspective on the challenges faced by the students as they navigate their unusual school day. Through their experiences, the book delves into social themes relevant to young readers, making it a thoughtful exploration of emotions and relationships in the context of school and personal growth.
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When the substitute for Mr. “Fab” Fabiano never shows up and his sixth-grade students are on their own, they set out to prove that they can run the class by themselves. With a little ingenuity and some careful planning, they might just succeed. But when a fight breaks out between Bastian Fauvell and Rachel White over a classmate, Tommy Feathers, who died six months earlier, everything begins to fall apart. Can Rachel deal with the anxieties that plunged her into silence the day Tommy died? Inventive and uniquely constructed, “Flying Solo” follows Mr. Fab’s students hour by hour as they tackle the challenges of an unusual school day.
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