Heartbeat (novel) facts for kids
Heartbeat is a children's book written by Sharon Creech. It was first published in 2004. In the United States, HarperCollins released it, and in the United Kingdom, Bloomsbury published it. This book is generally for readers aged 10 and older.
Just like another one of Sharon Creech's books, Love That Dog, Heartbeat is written in a special style called free verse. This means the words don't always rhyme or follow a strict rhythm. The way the words are written changes to match what is happening in the story and how the main character is feeling.
What is Heartbeat About?
The story of Heartbeat follows a twelve-year-old girl named Annie. She is going through a very important year in her life. Many big changes are happening around her.
Annie's mother is expecting a baby, which is a huge event for their family. At the same time, her grandfather is starting to forget things, which can be confusing and sad for Annie. Her best friend is also often moody, making their friendship a bit tricky.
On top of all this, Annie gets a unique art project at school. She has to draw an apple every single day for one hundred days! This assignment becomes a big part of her journey. Annie is also friends with a mysterious boy named Max. Max often talks about wanting to "escape" from things, adding another interesting layer to Annie's world.
