High School Reads!

by Jarrett Krosoczka Lexile:  GN510 Genre:  Memoir, Graphic Novel Through the illustrations in this graphic novel, Jarrett shares the story of his childhood that began when he lived with his mother who was a heroin addict.  Eventually, his grandfather petitioned for custody of him as his mother was in and out of jail and rehab for most of his young life.  Jarrett had his struggles living with his grandparents as well, but they were able to provide him a more stable life and were able to support him in his dream of becoming an artist.  Hey, Kiddo is the true story of how Jarrett lost his mother, found his father, and dealt with a lifetime of family addiction.

by Maggie Thrash Genre:  Fantasy, Graphic Novel Maggie doesn't know what has happened to her life...it feels as if everything is collapsing.  She's flunking the 11th grade and feels trapped in her depressing surroundings.  Her mother barely sees her and her father is at work all the time.  The only thing Maggie really cares about is her cat so when he disappears one day, Maggie feels like she has lost everything.  When she sets out to find her cat, Maggie is not prepared for what she does find.  Will Maggie be able to turn her life around?