Sketches
After fleeing her home, suburban-bred Dana struggles to survive in the alleys, squats, and subway stations of downtown Toronto. Dana's graffiti on an underpass catches the eye of a counselor at Sketches, a drop-in center where homeless teens can express themselves through art. As Dana works on a painting, she begins to confront the reason she left home. The truth of what her stepfather did to her is trying to break free, but will it come out through her paintbrush or the blade of a knife?
This gritty, honest portrayal of street life from acclaimed Canadian author Eric Walters is a testament to the healing power of art.
Target age group 11 and up
This gritty, honest portrayal of street life from acclaimed Canadian author Eric Walters is a testament to the healing power of art.
Target age group 11 and up
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CategoryJuvenile Fiction
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Age Group13 to 14 yrs
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Grade Level6-8
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LanguageEnglish
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BindingHardcover
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Theme 1Social, Personal & Family Topics
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Detailed (BISAC) Subject/ThemeAdolescence / Coming of Age
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AuthorWalters, Eric
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Lexile Level610
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AR Level4.0
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DeweyFiction
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PublisherPenguin Group (USA)
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Publication Date3/13/2008
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Pages226
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Dimensions0.9 H x 8.36 L x 5.95 W
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Case Qty48