This Journal Belongs to Ratchet
This Journal Belongs to Ratchet by Nancy Cavanaugh, published by Sourcebooks, Incorporated in 2013, is a 320-page work in English that explores the challenges of adolescence and the quest for friendship. The story centers on a homeschooled child who feels isolated on the first day of school while others embark on new experiences. With only a notebook at hand, the protagonist devises a plan to transform their life from one of loneliness to one filled with potential and connection.
Readers will find a narrative that delves into social issues and the complexities of growing up. The protagonist’s journey is marked by a desire for change and the hope of making new friends, all while navigating the realities of their unique situation. This edition presents a thoughtful exploration of themes related to school and education, making it a relevant read for young audiences.
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“A book that is full of surprises …Triumphant enough to make readers cheer; touching enough to make them cry.”—Kirkus, STARRED Review
If only getting a new life were as easy as getting a new notebook.
But it’s not.
It’s the first day of school for all the kids in the neighborhood. But not for me. I’m homeschooled. That means nothing new. No new book bag, no new clothes, and no friends – old or new. The best I’ve got is this notebook. I’m supposed to use it for my writing assignments, but my dad never checks. Here’s what I’m really going to use it for:
Ratchet’s Top Secret Plan
Project Goal: turn my old, recycled, freakish, friendless, motherless life into something shiny and new.
This year, I’m going make something change.
“One of the freshest new voices I’ve heard in a while…A book for young readers to enjoy, discuss, then read all over again, this debut novel is a winner.”—Augusta Scattergood, Author of GLORY BE, an Amazon Best Middle Grade Novel of 2012
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