Finding Junie Kim

"In this timely novel, Junie is subject to traumatic taunts and attacks. Ellen Oh’s unflinching look at racism in middle school doesn’t shy away from big issues. When Junie learns of her immigrant grandparents’ harrowing hardships during the Korean War, she views them, and her situation, through a new lens. Slowly, she begins to find herself and, in doing so, gains the courage and confidence to speak up and fight back. (For ages 8 to 12)"