The other side - jacqueline woodson

Beautifully rendered in Lewiss striking, lifelike watercolor illustrations, this story by Woodson is a moving, lyrical narrative told in the hopeful voice of a child confused about the fence that divides the black side of town from the white side.

Full color.

Jacqueline Woodson is the 2018-2019 National Ambassador for Young Peoples Literature Clovers mom says it isnt safe to cross the fence that segregates their African-American side of town from the white side where Anna lives.

But the two girls strike up a friendship, and get around the grown-ups rules by sitting on top of the fence together.

With the addition of a brand-new authors note, this special edition celebrates the tenth anniversary of this classic book.

As always, Woodson moves readers with her lyrical narrative, and E.

Lewiss amazing talent shines in his gorgeous watercolor illustrations.