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Product Details

  • Age Range: 7 - 9 years
  • Grade Level: 2 - 4
  • Lexile Measure: 0620 (What's this?)
  • Series: A Dyamonde Daniel Book (Book 1)
  • Paperback: 112 pages
  • Publisher: Puffin Books; Reprint edition (March 4, 2010)
  • Language: English
  • ISBN-10: 0142415553
  • ISBN-13: 978-0142415559
  • Product Dimensions: 5 x 0.2 x 7.8 inches
  • Shipping Weight: 1.6 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
  • Average Customer Review: 4.8 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (15 customer reviews)
  • Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #56,004 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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4.0 out of 5 starsDyamonde is forever, forever, forever . . .
By E. R. Bird HALL OF FAMETOP 500 REVIEWER on June 14, 2009
Format: Hardcover
Early chapter books are a pistol. You'd think they were printed on pages of silver and gold the way publishers dole them out on their lists. For those kids transitioning from early readers to 200+ page tomes, early chapter books are hugely important. So when I find a good one I latch onto it my teeth, lock my jaw, and don't let go. Sadly, of these books I could probably count on one hand the number of early chapter readers that star characters that are contemporary African-Americans. Let's see, books by Ann Cameron, Karen English, and now Nikki Grimes. Meet Dyamonde Daniel. You'll be happy that you did.

She's a third grader with "wild-crazy hair" and who happens to be "skinnier than half a toothpick." She's also brilliant and fun, but Dyamonde Daniel has a definite problem on her hands. What she really wants and needs is a best friend, and there don't appear to be any takers in her new school. Then, one day, another new kid comes to her class, and his name is Free. The problem? Free is just the grumpiest, mopiest, rudest kid Dyamonde has ever met. Before she knows it, she's interested in what his problem is. And in a mere 74 pages she has not only cheered him up, she's found herself an unexpected new friend.

I don't mean to make broad generalizations, but when reading early chapter books there are certain ideas and themes that just don't make an appearance all that often. What I like about "Dyamonde Daniel" is that this isn't a story about some girl who lives in the suburbs and has her own room and puppy. Dyamonde has slept on the couch ever since her parents split up and her mom had to move to Washington Heights. The book deals with issues like unemployment, divorce, lack of apartment space, and having to move in with relatives.Read more ›
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5.0 out of 5 starsA Delightful Tale About the Smart, Friendly, Confident Dyamonde Daniel
By KidsReads on July 1, 2009
Format: Hardcover
"Dyamonde Daniel was a gem waiting to be discovered. Just ask her." So begins this delightful tale about this smart, friendly, confident girl. Dyamonde (pronounced "Diamond") has a head full of "wild-crazy" hair and is "skinnier than half a toothpick," but on the inside "she was extraordinary."

Dyamonde is also new to her school, and despite her obvious intelligence and outgoing personality, she has yet to find a new best friend. Sure, Tanya, Tylisha and Tameeka (a group of girls Dyamonde refers to as the "Three T's") are nice enough to her, but she just doesn't fit in with their little social group.

Reed Freeman, who calls himself "Free" for short, is also a newcomer at the school. He doesn't have any new friends either, but that's because he's so mean to everyone. He walks around all the time with his head down. If anyone speaks to him, he either ignores them, growls at them, or simply glares at them. He keeps to himself and doesn't want to socialize with other students.

Dyamonde doesn't like Free's attitude. One day during lunch, when Free is picking on a smaller kid in the lunchroom for no good reason, Dyamonde decides to confront him. She walks right up to him and asks, "What is your problem?" Free is startled by her question and responds, "Who says I got a problem?" Dyamonde reads him the riot act about the way he has been treating the boy. She demands that Free apologize to him, which he does.

But that's not good enough for Dyamonde. She keeps an eye on Free after that. Every time he growls at someone, she glares at him. Whenever he yells at someone, she steps in front of him and stares him down until he apologizes. After a few days of this, Free does his best to avoid everyone, especially Dyamonde.Read more ›
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5.0 out of 5 starsthird grader loved it
By Karin on October 4, 2014
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This is a very cute book with a good story. It's great for third and fourth grade readers. It's a story that a lot of kids will be able to relate to, whether they have personally experienced events like it or their friends have. I recommend this book for anyone with an elementary school or middle school kid.
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5.0 out of 5 starsYoung girls will enjoy and learn...at the same time!
By Ronald Angelo Johnson on January 9, 2012
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My 7-year old completed the book in three reading sessions. She stayed up later, under the blankets with a book light, because she could not wait to see the ending. Her favorite theme throughout the book was Dyamonde's willingness to help the new kid, Free, adjust to his new school. She liked the idea of one kid, with her own problems, helping another.

The author Nikki Grimes handled the issues of divorce and separation incredibly well. The book sparked a discussion between my daughter and me about divorce. One of her friends at school is experiencing the difficulties of divorce. Dyamonde's experience helped to shape my daughter's understanding of how kids deal with this complex situation. The book, in the end, was a joy for my daughter to read, while helping her conceptualize some of life's complicated experiences.
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5.0 out of 5 starsThis book was a gift I gave to a young friend on her eighth birthday, but
By Barb on May 25, 2013
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I did do a lot of research before I purchased this book. My young friend is reading a book a week and writing a report. I was told her eyes lit up when she saw her books, which included "Make Way for Dyamonde Daniel (A Dyamonde Daniel Book)." I wanted her to have the entire series of the Dyamonde Daniel books. I thank you for writing this book.
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4.0 out of 5 starsIllustrations not in color was disappointing.
By Linda Stefkovic on April 3, 2013
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I don't normally write reviews as they are so subjective and sometimes very misleading. However, I am a huge fan of illustrator R. Gregory Christie and have many of his books. They are amazing, and part of that artistic excitement is his use of bold color. This book is the first book I've seen by him that is not only an unusually small in size children's book, but the illustrations are in black and white and wow - what a shock, and not in a good way. Maybe this whole Dyamonde Daniel series is like this; I just did not know. If I had, I might have had second thoughts about purchasing. But I got it used and inexpensive, so it was not too painful upon receipt. It would be helpful if it was mentioned in the description that the illustrations are not in color.
UPDATE 4/4/13: I want to give a more balanced review. I did actually read this book last night. It is very sweet and teaches our young readers compassion and perspective. The entire Dyamonde Daniel series most likely offers children many more positive ways to handle the ups and downs of life. Recommended reading even without the wonderful uplifting bright colors of Mr. Christie's art.
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Most Recent Customer Reviews

5.0 out of 5 starsGreat Read

This is my second purchase from this series. My daughter loves Dyamonde and all her friends. If the author reads these I'd like her to know that we need more Dyamonde!!

Published 5 months ago by keisha P.
5.0 out of 5 starsLove it

My 7 year old niece loves this book

Published 13 months ago by Jeneen
4.0 out of 5 starsFour Stars

Bought it for my 6 y/o daughter and she really enjoys this book.

Published 15 months ago by calij
5.0 out of 5 starsAwesome

My daughter loves the Dyamonde Daniel series. These books are great for kids 7-10. Very interesting plots and kids will enjoy it.

Published on February 21, 2014 by Vasilios Melidoneas
5.0 out of 5 starsEXCELLENT FOR ALL CHILDREN!!!!!

I am a Caucasian mother who seeks the TRUTH for her family. EVERY book by Nikki Grimes is wonderful!!! Keep up the excellent work!!!

Published on August 2, 2013 by TJ
5.0 out of 5 starsGreat book

Great book that I read with my third grade students. There is a matching unit to go along with it on Learn Zillion covering the new common core standards.

Published on June 30, 2013 by The Donz
5.0 out of 5 starsGreat book!

I bought all four books in the series. Great for teaching "characterization" with my third graders. I would highly recommend this book!

Published on March 3, 2013 by Peg
5.0 out of 5 starsadorable and authentic

Dyamonde is a likable and irresistable character. This book packs a lot of energy into a short format. Read more

Published on December 10, 2012 by M. Heiss
5.0 out of 5 starsDyamonde proves GIRLS ROCK!!!!!

This little lady is unstoppable. Even though she's young, she has pearls of wisdom from her own experiences with her family, school, and friends. Read more

Published on January 12, 2011 by Mrs S Travels 247

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