The Year of Billy Miller facts for kids
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| Author | Kevin Henkes |
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| Illustrator | Kevin Henkes |
| Country | United States |
| Language | English |
| Genre | Novel |
| Publisher | Greenwillow Books |
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2013 |
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| Pages | 240 |
| ISBN | 0062268120 |
The Year of Billy Miller is a children's book from 2014. It was written and illustrated by Kevin Henkes. In 2014, it received a special award called the Newbery Honor. This award is given to books that are considered very good for children.
Contents
What is The Year of Billy Miller About?
This story follows a 7-year-old boy named Billy Miller. Right before summer vacation ends, Billy has a small accident. He bumps his head, which leaves a lump. This happens just as he is about to start second grade.
Billy's Worries About School
After his accident, Billy is mostly fine. But then he hears his mom talking. She is worried that the fall might make him forgetful later on. This makes Billy start to worry too. He begins to think he might not be smart enough for second grade. He believes he needs to work extra hard to do well.
Learning and Growing
As the school year goes on, Billy learns how to do his best in second grade. He finds inspiration from one of his classmates. Billy also starts to appreciate his family more. He sees how hard his mom and dad work. He also learns to treat his younger sister, Sally, with more respect. Billy realizes he has many people who care about him. Even when things are easy or hard, his family and friends are always there to support him.
Who Are the Main Characters?
- Billy Miller: He is a typical 7-year-old boy. He sometimes worries about things that are not very likely to happen.
- Mama: She is Billy's working mother. She teaches high school and cares deeply for her son.
- Papa: He is Billy's stay-at-home father. He is fun and always supportive of his children.
- Sally Miller: She is Billy's 3-year-old sister.
- Ms. Silver: She is Billy's second-grade teacher. She is understanding and always ready to help her students.
- Emma Sparks: She is one of Billy's classmates. She can sometimes be a bit rude and put others down.
- Gabby: She is Sal and Billy's babysitter.
- Ned Henderson: He is Billy's best friend.
Awards and Recognition
The Year of Billy Miller was recognized as a Newbery Medal Honor Book in 2014. This means it was one of the top books chosen by the American Library Association for its excellent writing for children.
