The Truth of Me

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Patricia MacLachlan, Newbery Medalwinning author of Sarah, Plain and Tall,weaves a poignant story thatcelebrates how our unique "small truths" make each of us magical and brave in our own ways.

When Robbie spends the summer at his grandmother Maddy's house, he revels in his grandmother's easy, relaxed ways. Robbie has always felt as if something is missing in his lifehis parents don't always act like they love him. Maddy helps him understand that an experience his mother had long ago is at the heart of the problem in his family. With this knowledge, Robbie finds the courage to try to make things right.

Publishers Weekly Best Children's Book
ALA Booklist Notable Children's Books Nominee
New York Public Library's 100 Titles for Reading and Sharing

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"Brief but emotionally intense...MacLachlan demonstrates her mastery of elegantly unfolding a tale and gently plucking at readers' heartstrings without taking a maudlin tone." -- Publishers Weekly (starred review) "A spare, poetically composed tale written in short chapters perfect for beginning read-it-alone readers, this should resonate with young and old alike-and makes for a great intergenerational story to share." -- ALA Booklist "An elegant exploration of love and familial relationships...This story is well paced and rhythmic in its dialogue, lending itself well to a group read-aloud." -- School Library Journal Praise for Kindred Souls: "MacLachlan handles a familiar theme with grace, providing a lens into an uncanny intergenerational bond, as well as the kindness and generosity of love." -- Publishers Weekly (starred review) Praise for Kindred Souls: "These are time-sculpted themes-the bond between a child and a grandparent, a child's first experience of death, the comfort of continuity and connection to the natural world-and MacLachlan gives them her particular stamp of plain speaking and poetry." -- The Horn Book Praise for Kindred Souls: "The quiet rhythms of the story and the gentle banter of the dialogue make this an ideal group read aloud, but plenty of young readers will simply find it the perfect book to curl up with on their own." -- Bulletin of the Center for Children's Books

Author Bio

Patricia MacLachlan is the best-selling author of many beloved books for young readers, including SARAH, PLAIN AND TALL, winner of the Newbery Medal. Her novels for young readers include ARTHUR FOR THE VERY FIRST TIME, THE FACTS AND FICTIONS OF MINNA PRATT, SKYLARK, CALEBS STORY, MORE PERFECT THAN THE MOON, and GRANDFATHERS DANCE. She is also the author of many timeless picture books, including THREE NAMES, WHO LOVES ME, WHAT YOU KNOW FIRST, ALL THE PLACES TO LOVE, PAINTING THE WIND, BITTLE, and ONCE I ATE A PIE, several of which she co-wrote with her daughter, Emily. She lives with her husband and two border terriers in Williamsburg, Massachusetts.