Rabble Starkey facts for kids
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| Author | Lois Lowry |
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| Country | USA |
| Language | English |
| Genre | Young adult novel |
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1987 |
Rabble Starkey is a novel written by Lois Lowry in 1987. It tells the story of a young girl named Rabble and her mother, Sweet-Hosanna. This book won the Josette Frank Award in 1987. It is a story about finding a place to belong and making tough choices.
About the Book
Rabble Starkey is a special kind of book called a young adult novel. This means it's written for readers around your age, usually between 12 and 18 years old. Lois Lowry is a famous author known for writing many books for young people.
What's the Story About?
The story follows a 12-year-old girl named Rabble Starkey. Rabble lives with her single mother, Sweet-Hosanna. Sweet-Hosanna gets a job working for the Bigelow family. Her job is to help take care of the Bigelow children. Mrs. Bigelow is going through a very sad time. Because she is so sad, she finds it hard to look after her own kids.
As Rabble and her mother spend more time with the Bigelow family, Rabble starts to feel happy. She feels like she has finally found a real home. It's a place where she feels safe and wanted. However, things get complicated. Soon, Rabble and Sweet-Hosanna begin to wonder what is truly best for them. They have to think about their future and what choices will make them happiest. The book explores what it means to belong and how to make difficult decisions.
Why is this Book Important?
Rabble Starkey was published in 1987. In the same year, it received the Josette Frank Award. This award is given to books that help children understand and deal with real-world problems. It shows that the book has an important message for young readers. Lois Lowry's books often explore deep feelings and challenges. They help readers think about family, friendship, and growing up.
