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Dustbin Baby

By Jacqueline Wilson

Adjectives

heartfelt engaging thought-provoking

Genres

Realistic Fiction Feelings/Wellbeing

Synopsis

On her fourteenth birthday, April embarks on a journey to uncover her origins, revisiting significant places and people from her past. Abandoned in a rubbish bin as a newborn, she has since experienced various foster homes and care facilities. Now settled with her foster mother, Marion, April's quest for identity leads her to confront past challenges and discover the true meaning of family.

About the author

Jacqueline Wilson is a much-loved British author who has written many popular books for children, including the famous 'Tracy Beaker' series. Her stories are full of interesting characters and real-life adventures. Jacqueline loves reading and writing, and her books have inspired many children to enjoy stories and use their imagination.

Pages

160 pages

Reading age

Older Junior (10-15)

Published

2008

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