86 pages • 2 hours read
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In Jacqueline Woodson's novel Harbor Me, six fifth-graders—Amari, Esteban, Tiago, Ashton, Holly, and Haley—forge deep friendships during unsupervised meetings in a classroom called ARTT, sharing personal stories and struggles, such as immigration issues, racism, bullying, and family separation, ultimately finding strength and hope in each other.
Jacqueline Woodson's Harbor Me is praised for its poignant exploration of friendship, identity, and social issues through the voices of diverse young characters. Readers appreciate its emotional depth and accessible prose. Some critique the book for its occasionally didactic tone. Overall, it’s considered a meaningful and thought-provoking read for younger audiences.
Readers who would enjoy Harbor Me by Jacqueline Woodson are typically middle school students or young adults who appreciate heartfelt, character-driven stories about friendship, diversity, and personal struggles. If you liked Wonder by R.J. Palacio or Brown Girl Dreaming by Jacqueline Woodson, you'll find this novel equally compelling.
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Lexile Level
630LLife/Time: Childhood & Youth
Life/Time: Coming of Age
Values/Ideas: Music
Realistic Fiction
Children's Literature
Education
Diversity
Immigration / Refugee
Race / Racism