A review by lilybear3
New Kid by Jerry Craft

challenging emotional funny informative reflective medium-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? Character
  • Strong character development? Yes
  • Diverse cast of characters? Yes

4.0

New Kid was a great read that I had put off for too long.  Jerry Craft does a good job in showing different kinds of racist microaggressions, stereotypes, and acts of racism (e.g. the teacher never learning Drew's name) that BIPOC experience that is accessible to young readers.  This book feels like a slice-of-life, like there isn't a major plotline, but I enjoyed the character development.

I'm looking forward to reading the sequel!
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