by Kevin Henkes (Author), Kevin Henkes (Illustrator)
Newbery Honor Book and New York Times Bestseller!
Award-winning, nationally bestselling author Kevin Henkes introduces second-grader Billy Miller in this fast-paced and funny story about friendship, sibling rivalry, and elementary school.
The Year of Billy Miller includes black-and-white art by Kevin Henkes and is perfect for fans of the Ramona books; Frindle, by Andrew Clements; and the Clementine series.
The New York Times declared: "Henkes's delightful story is restrained and vivid . . . forgoing the overdramatic or zany, it shows the substance, warmth and adaptability of beautifully common family love." When Billy Miller has a mishap at the statue of the Jolly Green Giant at the end of summer vacation, he ends up with a big lump on his head. What a way to start second grade!
As the year goes by, though, Billy figures out how to navigate elementary school, how to appreciate his little sister, and how to be a more grown up and responsible member of the family and a help to his busy working mom and stay-at-home dad.
Newbery Honor author and Caldecott Medalist Kevin Henkes delivers a short, satisfying, laugh-out-loud-funny school and family story that features a diorama homework assignment, a school poetry slam, cancelled sleepovers, and epic sibling temper tantrums. This is a perfect short novel for the early elementary grades.
Plus don't miss the follow-up, Billy Miller Makes a Wish!
Front Jacket
Things to know about Billy Miller:
- He's worried about 2nd grade
- He thinks bats are cool
- His little sister is annoying
- He had a spectacular accident this summer
- He doesn't like poetry much
- His dad makes really good cookies
- Ned is his best friend
- His mom likes rainy days
- He thinks Emma Sparks is a pain
- He can run really fast
- This is his year
--Bulletin of the Center for Children's Books
Back Jacket
Things to know about Billy Miller:
- He's worried about 2nd grade
- He thinks bats are cool
- His little sister is annoying
- He had a spectacular accident this summer
- He doesn't like poetry much
- His dad makes really good cookies
- Ned is his best friend
- His mom likes rainy days
- He thinks Emma Sparks is a pain
- He can run really fast
- This is his year
Number of Pages: 240
Dimensions: 1.1 x 8 x 5.7 IN
Illustrated: Yes
Publication Date: September 17, 2013
Award: Newbery Medal (2014)
Award: Capitol Choices: Noteworthy Books for Children and Teens (2014)
Accelerated Reader:
Quiz Name: Year of Billy Miller
Interest Level: Lower Grades, K-3
Reading Level: 4.2
Point Value: 3
