Deer Run Home
by Ann Clare LeZotte
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Pub Date Oct 01 2024 | Archive Date Oct 01 2024
Scholastic | Scholastic Press
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Description
Effie is Deaf, and no one in her family speaks sign language, her language. This moving story of survival and found family, inspired by a true court case, is perfect for fans of Wonder and Out of My Mind.
* “Quietly extraordinary.” —Kirkus Reviews, starred review
* “Elegantly weaves a heartbreaking story with hope.” —School Library Journal, starred review
“Through Effie, young readers both deaf and hearing will encounter a heartfelt homecoming story, and reassurance that they are not alone.”—The New York Times
Effie and her older sister, Deja, have recently moved into their father’s trailer after an incident at their mom’s house. Daddy communicates with Effie by pointing, stomping on the floor, and making thoughtless jokes. Even if they did understand each other, could she tell the terrible secret she carries when telling feels impossible—and dangerous?
But what if telling is the only way to be seen?
This tender, spare, emotionally charged story about the impact of abuse and the power of love explores what it feels like to be an outsider in your own family and to awaken—through friendship, writing, and kinship with the natural world—to a new understanding and appreciation of yourself.
Advance Praise
Praise for Deer Run Home:
“This unique story, told in verse, will break your heart and then make it whole again. I loved this book.” —Holly Goldberg Sloan, New York Times bestselling author of Counting by 7s
“Effie’s courage and sense of humor shine through in this powerful story of found family, friendship, and finding one’s voice.” —Kate Messner, award-winning author of Chirp and Breakout
“Ann Clare LeZotte is such a talent and deserves to be widely read!” —Lisa Yee, author of the Newbery Honor book and National Book Award Finalist Maizy Chen’s Last Chance
“Rarely does a work of fiction capture the experience or mindset of a child who is deaf and has experienced abuse. Deer Run Home is an important work at a key time in deaf education, when language deprivation is getting more attention. This work could help students, educators, and parents think about the implications of children growing up in homes or schools where language isn’t emphasized.” —Michelle Niehaus, LCSW, Deaf and Hard of Hearing Services Provider
Marketing Plan
NATIONAL MARKETING CAMPAIGN
- National Publicity Campaign
- Consumer Advertising
- Trade and Educator Advertising
- Feature at Educator and Librarian Conferences
- Feature in "Power of Story" Campaign
- Promotions on Scholastic Home Base
- Social Media Assets
- Digital Chapter Sampler and Audio Clip Available
- Feature on Scholastic Parents, Educators, and Librarians Social Media Networks and Websites
Available Editions
| EDITION | Other Format |
| ISBN | 9781339021904 |
| PRICE | $18.99 (USD) |
| PAGES | 224 |
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