Jayson Goes for It!
Jayson Goes for It! by Brayden Harrington is a contemporary middle grade story published by HarperCollins Publishers in 2023. This 224-page book follows the journey of Jayson Linden, a fourteen-year-old boy who stutters and faces various challenges as he campaigns for student-body president. The narrative explores themes of self-esteem, social justice, and the importance of standing up for friends in the face of adversity.
Readers will find a relatable tale that highlights the obstacles Jayson encounters, including the unkindness of classmates and the injustices faced by his best friend, Gloria. As Jayson navigates his eighth-grade experience, he learns to confront his fears of public speaking while striving to create a more inclusive environment at school. This edition presents a poignant exploration of adolescence and the emotional complexities that come with it, making it a significant addition to juvenile fiction.
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From fourteen-year-old author Brayden Harrington, the young boy who electrified the nation when he spoke at the Democratic National Convention in 2020, comes a fictional middle grade contemporary story about a boy named Jayson who stutters and the challenges he faces and the obstacles he must overcome as he campaigns for student-body president.
Eighth grader Jayson Linden has had a stutter his whole life. Though his fellow classmates can sometimes be mean, Jayson tries not to let it get to him; he enjoys playing basketball and spending time with his friends. Then Jayson’s best friend, Gloria, is kicked off the debate team because of her stutter and Jayson starts to notice other injustices happening at their school.
In order to make their middle school a more inclusive place and to stand up for his friends, Jayson decides to run against Mack, the most popular boy at school and captain of the basketball team, for student-body president. But as the campaign heats up, will Jayson be able to face his fears of public speaking and win the election
This poignant middle grade debut reminds us all that nothing can hold us back when we’re standing up for what’s right.
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