The Kid in the Red Jacket
The Kid in the Red Jacket by Barbara Park is a reissue published by Random House Children’s Books on August 12, 1988. This 144-page book presents the story of Howard Jeeter, who faces the challenges of moving to a new town where he feels invisible to his peers. The narrative explores themes of friendship and the struggles of adolescence as Howard navigates his loneliness and unexpected companionship with his talkative six-year-old neighbor, Molly Vera Thompson.
Readers will find a humorous take on social themes and the complexities of coming of age in this middle-grade novel. The story captures Howard’s journey as he learns to cope with his new environment and the importance of friendship, even when it comes from an unlikely source. With its engaging style, The Kid in the Red Jacket offers insights into the awkwardness of early adolescence while providing relatable experiences for young readers.
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If you thought Junie B. Jones was FUNNY—catch more laughs from New York Times bestselling author Barbara Park with her hilarious middle-grade novels—just right for fans of Diary of a Wimpy Kid and I Funny!
Can Howard SURVIVE life without friends?
Howard Jeeter’s parents have ruined his life. They’ve moved him across the country, and all the kids in his new town act like he’s totally invisible. At least, all of them except for his six-year-old neighbor, Molly Vera Thompson. Howard could use a friend. But a little girl who talks nonstop? Not what he had in mind. Still, when you’re really lonely, you’ll be friends with anyone…right?
An IRA-CBC Children’s Choice
A Library of Congress Children’s Book of the Year
A Parents’ Choice Gold Award Winner
* “Park writes in a witty and bittersweet style about the awkward, supersensitive age of early adolescence. Another first-rate addition to the middle-grade popular reading shelf.” —School Library Journal, Starred
“[A] witty middle-grade novel.” —Publishers Weekly
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