Writes of passage: 100 things to read before you turn 13

Name: Writes of passage: 100 things to read before you turn 13
ISBN: 9781788005029

By Nicolette Jones

Can words change minds, stir hearts and spark surprising ideas? Discover their hidden power through voices that still echo today.

inspiring · thought-provoking · diverse · accessible

Genres

Poetry/Verse Non-fiction Classics

What is Writes of passage: 100 things to read before you turn 13 about?

Discover the power of words in this lively collection of more than 100 poems, stories, letters, speeches, song lyrics and quotations. Nicolette Jones brings together writing from famous voices including Shakespeare, Malala, Martin Luther King Jr, Greta Thunberg and Stephen Hawking, alongside many other writers and thinkers. Each piece is introduced with clear, thoughtful commentary that helps readers understand its meaning and importance. Funny, moving and surprising, this book encourages young readers to explore ideas, emotions and the joy of language.

About the author

Nicolette Jones is a writer, journalist and broadcaster who loves sharing the joy of books. She has reviewed children’s books for The Sunday Times and written about famous creators, including Raymond Briggs. Her books include Inspire Me!, a collection of brilliant words and ideas for young readers, and The Velveteen Rabbit and Other Classic Children’s Stories.

Pages

160 pages

Reading age

Junior (8-13)

This edition

2020

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