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The Jacket
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Based on 1,122 Ratings and 180 Reviews

Book Description
After wrongly accusing a boy--an African American boy-of stealing his brother's jacket, Phil--a white boy--has some hard thinking to do. And a tough question for his mom: "How come you never told me I was prejudiced?" This seemingly small school incident turns into a painful, but ultimately satisfying, learning opportunity for the sixth grader, as he explores the myriad influences in his life... More
Book Information
PublisherAtheneum Books For Young Readers
BindingPaperback (14 editions)
Reading LevelAges 9-12
# of Pages96
ISBN-100689860102
ISBN-13978-0689860102
Publication Date08/01/2003
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About Andrew Clements (Author) : Andrew Clements is a published author and illustrator of children's books and young adult books. He has been nominated for a multitude of state awards and has won the Christopher Award and an Edgar A... more
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About McDavid Henderson (Illustrator) : McDavid Henderson is a published illustrator of children's books. Published credits of McDavid Henderson include The Jacket.
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