A Friendship for Today facts for kids
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| Author | Patricia McKissack |
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| Country | USA |
| Language | English |
| Genre | Children's literature, |
| Published | 2007 (Scholastic Press) |
| Media type | Print (hardback, paperback) |
| Pages | 172 |
| ISBN | 9780439660983 |
| OCLC | 74029160 |
A Friendship for Today is a book published in 2007 by Patricia McKissack. It tells the story of a young girl named Rosemary Patterson. The book is set in the 1950s in Missouri, USA. It explores what it was like for Rosemary to attend one of the first schools where students of all races could learn together. This was a time when many schools in the United States were just starting to allow both Black and white students to attend the same classes.
About the Book
A Friendship for Today is a children's novel. It is a historical novel because it takes place in the past. The story focuses on important social changes happening in the 1950s. It shows how young people experienced these changes firsthand.
Main Character and Setting
The main character is Rosemary Patterson. She is a young Black girl living in Missouri. The story follows her journey as she enters a newly integrated school. This means it was one of the first schools to welcome students of different races. The book explores her challenges and triumphs in this new environment.
Themes in the Story
The book touches on several important themes. It looks at friendship, courage, and understanding. It also explores the idea of fairness and how people can work together for change. The story helps readers understand a key moment in American history. It shows the importance of treating everyone equally.
Awards and Recognition
A Friendship for Today has received several honors. These awards show that the book is well-liked and important.
- 2008 CCBC Choice
- 2009-10 Mark Twain Award - nominee
- 2009-10 William Allen White Children's Book Award - nominee
- 2011 Rebecca Caudill Young Readers' Book Award - nominee
