I read this book based on two people's recommendations that it was game-changing and eye-opening. I enjoyed this book. An engrossing and timely coming-of-age story." Renée Watson is a New York Times bestselling author, educator, and activist. { See all 7 questions about Piecing Me Together…, At the bottom of patience is heaven: Incoming Middle Grade & Young Adult Books Written by Black Authors for 2017, Why I'm No Longer Talking to White People about Race, Jennifer De Leon Celebrates Trailblazing YA Literature. So, over time in the book, Maxine, the mentor, realizes that she needs to kind of slow down, ask some questions, and let Jade speak for herself. “I wonder if any of these boys ever sit in a room for boys' talk night and discuss how to treat women. Or at least, in Portland, Oregon. { Just because her mentor is black and graduated from the same high school doesn't mean she understands where Jade is coming from. 'name': 'Watch Us Rise'

Jade’s voice is compelling and real, and the book is interspersed with gorgeous poetry (see Chapter 35, Things That are Black and Beautiful). ... Maxine is black and the school, they make the assumption that, "Well, she's a black woman, and so that means you're gonna get along just fine." ga('ec:addProduct', So I'm drawing from my own experience, my personal experience, and also what I've kind of just seen and witnessed. --Jacqueline Woodson "Important and deeply moving." She’s tired of being singled out as someone who needs help, someone people want to fix. Jade's is an important voice.” –  But some opportunities she doesn't really welcome, like an invitation to join Women to Women, a mentorship program for "at-risk" girls. Her mother tells her to take advantage of every opportunity that comes her way. Or at least, in Portland, Oregon. Jade was such a strong person to read about, both in how well written she was, and just as a young inspiring character. Highly recommended.” –  John Green, New York Times bestselling and award-winning author of THE FAULT IN OUR STARS. Her young adult novel, Piecing Me Together (Bloomsbury, 2017) received a Coretta Scott King Award and Newbery Honor. But I am not precious like the gem. Watson's story is full of heart, as much as it's full of moments that are heart-wrenching.
. Maxine is black too, and once lived in her neighborhood, but Jade wonders if Maxine just sees her as someone who needs to be saved. And so, you can feel very strange, feeling this tension in your city or your community, but no one is saying anything. . '” –  starred review, . 'id': '9781547603114', . . I get Mom to try a few words.

ga('ec:addProduct', I wonder if there’s ever a way for a girl like me to feel whole.”, “I don't know how to describe that feeling, just to say that it's kind of like cold, sunny days. ― Renée Watson, Piecing Me Together. And they don't at first because it's such a vast difference in the way that they grew up and the resources that Maxine has, that it just takes a moment for them to figure out where do they connect and how can they really see each other beyond superficial, materialistic things. Unable to add item to List. To see full review and author interview. Both focus on racial identity, in and outside of the black community and offer insight we should all consider as we try to make the world a better place for everyone. I really wanted to explore class. Jade wants to speak, to create, to express her joys and sorrows, her pain and her hope. School Library Journal, “A thoughtful testament to the value of growth and of work, of speaking up and of listening, that will resonate with many readers engaged in 'discovering what we are really capable of. Her middle grade novel, What Momma Left Me debuted as the New Voice for 2010 in middle grade fiction by The Independent Children's Booksellers Association. I loved this book, and look forward to recommending it over and over again. 'name': 'Watch Us Rise' - Jade”, “It's kind of not fair for us to feel guilty for getting what we deserver. Just a moment while we sign you in to your Goodreads account.

- Jacqueline Woodson, National Book Award-winning author of BROWN GIRL DREAMING"Watson, with rhythm and style, somehow gets at the toxicity of sympathy, the unquenchable thirst of fear, and the life-changing power of voice and opportunity, all wrapped up in Jade--the coolest young lady in the world. You’ll need this one day.”, “They can't read your mind. On Jade's relationship with her mentor, Maxine. “when the man with the perfect smile asks, “And what have you learned?” I tell him I’ve learned I don’t have to wait to be given an opportunity, but that I can make an opportunity and use my voice to speak up for what I need and want.”, “Sometimes it feels like I leave home a whole person, sent off with kisses from Mom, who is hanging her every hope on my future. }); $('#addtocartbutton-431298').click(function() { Just because her mentor is black and graduated from the same high school doesn’t mean she understands where Jade is coming from. Such is the case with Renee Watson’s Piecing Me Together.

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-Jade”, “There is an old adage that says, "You can give a man a fish and feed him for a day. This would be an EXCELLENT book for middle school and high school book clubs! “Watson's elegantly crafted novel speaks to the myriad of people who find themselves searching for themselves in the world. An important and engaging book.

}); Timely and timeless, Piecing Me Together is a book about the ways young people deal with the hardships and heartbreak of everyday living while remaining whole and true to themselves. I also liked that the author lent much attention to different female relationships in the book.

She takes every opportunity that comes her way because she and her mother believe in order to succeed, she needs to get out of her neighborhood.

"Because she's getting these messages from the adults in her life that in order to succeed, she has to get out of her economically poor neighborhood.". The side where browsing in a shop isn't possible, where assumptions are made about the quality of your life and the values of your family based on where you live and the colour of your skin.

I enjoyed Watson's THIS SIDE OF HOME last year & am even more impressed by TOGETHER.

. --Jacqueline Woodson"Important and deeply moving." }); Intended Audience of Piecing Me Together. Welcome back. I don't know. We are perpendicular. Meg Medina, award-winning author of BURN BABY BURN, It looks like you are located in Australia or New Zealand, Interior Design and Interior Architecture, Bloomsbury Education and Childhood Studies, Bloomsbury International Encyclopedia Of Surrealism, Items in your cart cannot be carried over to a different region, and some products may not be available to order due to territorial rights. All she wants is fairness, and it made me sad to see her grapple with a world that is often so unfair, and to think about the many, many people in similar situations. Stay silent, leave the program, and they never have a chance to do better? Error rating book. 'id': '9781681191058',

{ An honest look at how girls stitch together their talents to find their voice and power. . . - Meg Medina, award-winning author of BURN BABY BURN"Jade’s narrative voice offers compelling reflections on the complexities of race and gender, class and privilege, and fear and courage, while conveying the conflicted emotions of an ambitious, loyal girl. Sometimes gossiping, sometimes praying. Instead, she is given an invitation to join Woman to Woman, a mentorship program for young women like her: poor and black. It is probably not dramatic or dark enough to make much of a wave. Of course, no matter where we come from, no matter what color our skin, we all have problems and we all feel the world is unfair at times, but people living the way Jade and her family did in the book struggle on a day-to-day basis with things we often take for granted, like getting regular, healthy meals. Refresh and try again. 'id': '9781681191096',

Read 2 343 reviews from the world's largest community for read… "Well, I like what Pedro Noguera had to add. ga('ec:addProduct', Acclaimed author Renee Watson offers a powerful story about a girl striving for success in a world that too often seems like it’s trying to break her. A beautiful story that thoughtfully discusses the intersection of race, gender, friendship, and privilege.

Piecing Me Together book. I now will read this author's entire backlist because it's just brilliant, in more ways than I have words for. "Sometimes it feels like I leave home a whole person, sent off with kisses from Mom, who is hanging her every hope on my future. 'id': '9781681191102', ga('send', 'event', 'UX', 'click', 'add to cart'); Watson founded the nonprofit I, Too, Arts Collective to provide creative arts programs to the Harlem community. Renee Watson is a top-rate storyteller about what impacts young women today.” –  Meg Medina, award-winning author of BURN BABY BURN, “Jade's narrative voice offers compelling reflections on the complexities of race and gender, class and privilege, and fear and courage, while conveying the conflicted emotions of an ambitious, loyal girl. Loved how this book explored friendship and intersectional relationships, as well as the microaggressions that can occur within them. 'id': '9781547600564', 1 likes. There is a little bit of Jade in all of us. . Read-Aloud Revival® is a registered trademark of Sarah Mackenzie Media LLC - All Rights Reserved - Disclosure & PrivacyContact Us - 12128 N Divison PM 240, Spokane, WA 99218 - Site Design by Contemplate Design, Disclosure of Material Connection: This page includes "affiliate links." “... it's kind of hard to believe this world is mine. Simply, Piecing Me Together is a book you'll want to hug!" }); Contemporary young adult literature has often led the way in depicting the real-life issues facing teens from all backgrounds. Being mistreated because of the color of your skin, your size, or having to prove that it really happened.”, “The aroma from Mom’s chopped herbs and sprinkled spices swims through the house. ga('ec:addProduct', It is a simple story, yet it really made me think. { Piecing Me Together: a

Being mistreated because of the color of your skin, your size, or having to prove that it really happened.”, Jane Addams Children's Book Award for Older Children Honor (2018), Los Angeles Times Book Prize Nominee for Young Adult Literature (2017), Evergreen Teen Book Award Nominee for High School (2020), Coretta Scott King Book Award for Author (2018), Rebecca Caudill Young Readers' Book Award Nominee (2020).