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Louis Sachar

Small Steps

Louis SacharFiction | Novel | Middle Grade | Published in 2006

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Louis Sachar

Small Steps

Fiction | Novel | Middle Grade | Published in 2006
Book Details
Pages

257

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Austin, Texas • Contemporary

Publication Year

2006

Audience

Middle grade

Recommended Reading Age

10-14 years

Lexile Level

690L

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Small Steps by Louis Sachar follows Theodore “Armpit” Johnson, a Black teenager and former inmate of Camp Green Lake, as he tries to rebuild his life in Austin, Texas. Balancing an honest job and caring for his friend Ginny, Armpit gets drawn into a ticket-scalping scheme by his friend X-Ray. Complications arise when Armpit meets and develops a bond with Kaira, a famous singer, leading to a series of events that threaten to derail his progress. Contains instances of racism and references to bullying individuals with disabilities.

Challenging

Inspirational

Heartwarming

Reviews & Readership

4.2

25,331 ratings

66%

Loved it

25%

Mixed feelings

9%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

Small Steps by Louis Sachar is a compelling sequel to Holes, focusing on Armpit’s journey of personal growth. Praised for its character development and realistic portrayal of redemption, it also faces criticism for a slightly predictable plot. Overall, it’s an engaging read for fans of the original, offering valuable life lessons and relatable struggles.

Who should read this

Who Should Read Small Steps?

A reader who enjoyed Holes by Louis Sachar will likely appreciate Small Steps. This middle-grade novel targets readers who enjoy character-driven stories with elements of humor, friendship, and personal growth. Fans of Maniac Magee by Jerry Spinelli and Because of Winn-Dixie by Kate DiCamillo may find it appealing as well.

4.2

25,331 ratings

66%

Loved it

25%

Mixed feelings

9%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

257

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Austin, Texas • Contemporary

Publication Year

2006

Audience

Middle grade

Recommended Reading Age

10-14 years

Lexile Level

690L

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