The Boy on the Porch

"This quiet novel sings. A graceful profound story for all ages that speaks well beyond its intended audience." -- Kirkus (starred review) Fans of Newbery Medal winner Sharon Creech's Ruby Holler will love this tween novel about opening your heart and finding family when you least expect it. When a young couple finds a boy asleep on their porch, their lives take a surprising turn. Unable to speak, the boy, Jacob, can't explain his history. All John and Marta know is that they have been chosen to care for him. And as their connection and friendship with Jacob grow, they embrace his exuberant spirit and talents. The three of them blossom into an unlikely family and begin to see the world in brand-new ways.

Product details

• Authors: Sharon Creech
• Publisher: Harper Collins Usa
• Languages: English
• Age Recommendation: ages 8 to 12
• Product format: Hardback
• Released: 03.09.2013
• EAN: 9780061892356
• ISBN: 978-0-06-189235-6
• No. of pages: 160
• Dimensions: 133 mm x 191 mm x 17 mm
• Subjects: Children's and young people's books; JUVENILE FICTION: Family / Orphans & Foster Homes, JUVENILE FICTION: Social Themes / Friendship, JUVENILE FICTION: Family / Adoption, JUVENILE FICTION: Family / Multigenerational, JUVENILE FICTION: Animals / Farm Animals, JUVENILE FICTION: Family / Parents, JUVENILE FICTION: Family / New Baby, JUVENILE FICTION: Animals / Baby Animals, JUVENILE FICTION: Animals / Cows, JUVENILE FICTION: Social Themes / Strangers