Sticks and Stones (Orca Soundings) [Paperback]

Beth Goobie (Author)

Book Description

Series: Orca Soundings | Publication Date: January 1, 2002

No one expects Jujube to fight back when her repuatation takes a beating. (RL2.6)

Editorial Reviews

Review

"Demonstrates that hi-lo books do not automatically have to be of lesser literary quality. By launching the new hi-lo series with titles of already proven quality and interest from well-established YA authors, Orca Soundings are off to a fine start. Highly Recommended." (CM Magazine 20030101)

"At a time when we hear so much about bullying in schools, Sticks and Stones will encourage youngsters to find positive ways to fight back. Recommended." (Canadian Book Review Annual 20021001)

"Presents a quick glimpse of teen characters in contemporary settings...certainly deals with a timely and common problem, and will appeal to the reluctant reader." (KLIATT )

"This novel is an easy to read book with strong dialogue...Students will be interested in the character of Jujube and...the situation will be a familiar one." (Resource Links )

"The high interest plot works - the action starts right away and the story is filled with gossip, tears, and righteous retribution." (VOYA )

About the Author

Beth Goobie is an award-winning author of a number of books for teens. Her book, Before Wings, won the CLA YA Book Award, was a Governor General's Award nominee, an ALA Best Book nominee and a Teen Top Ten.

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Product Details

• Paperback: 86 pages
• Publisher: Orca Book Publishers (January 1, 2002)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1551432137
• ISBN-13: 978-1551432137
• Product Dimensions: 7 x 4.3 x 0.3 inches
• Shipping Weight: 2.6 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (9 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #895,201 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Sticks and Stones, June 8, 2004

By A Customer

This review is from: Sticks and Stones (Orca Soundings) (Paperback)

Have you have hear someone talk about you behind your back?Well in the book Sticks and Stones By: Beth Goobie.Ther is a girl named Jujube that everyone at school called her slut.When she finds out that they have been calling her "sut"she was feeling bad. Jujube didn't listen to the people but she was sad because Brent the guy that she was going to make out?but she did want to so he told the school that she did want to.

The thing I like in this book is how strong Jujube was.She wasn't doing anything to stop the girls instead she didn't listen to the people.

my recommendation is to all the people that like to read book sthat are really strong feelings.

1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Sticks and Stones, June 8, 2004

By A Customer

This review is from: Sticks and Stones (Orca Soundings) (Paperback)

Sticks and Stones is a book about a girl who gets back stabbed by her so-called friend. One little action changed her whole life. Throughout the book you will find out how she tries to fix her life.

What I liked about the bookwas that it was just like a high school problem. I also liked that it was very realistic. I really liked the fact that I could visualize the characters.

I would recommend this book to 7th graders because I think they would get it more than younger students.

1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Sticks and Stones, June 7, 2004

By A Customer

This review is from: Sticks and Stones (Orca Soundings) (Paperback)

The story is about a girl that thought about having sex and quickly changed her mind. The girl's name is Jujube and we never really get her real name. When she says "no" to her date, the rumors just start spreading that she is a "slut". Fortunately, she meets Carlos and he is nice and helps her out.

I like that the girl doesn't let anything get her down. I also liked it because it is stuff that happens in real life. Lots of high school girls get pregnant and end up ruining their lives.

I will recommend this book to everyone because it it is a realistic book. I especially think high school students would like this book. This could be a lifetime experience for readers.