Words with Wings

by Nikki Grimes

Wordsong (Highlights)

ages 9-12

Premise: Gabby is an imaginative girl adjusting to huge changes in her life. Her parents’ marriage falls apart, and the father who understands her best moves out. She has to say goodbye to her best friend and start over in a new school. And then there’s Gabby’s daydreaming ways, which keep getting her into trouble.

Personal Opinion: This unique story is told entirely through a series of poems. Each gives the reader a peek into the so...