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Sixteen-year-old Charlie Abbott lives with her father, a once-brilliant mathematician subject to mood swings and depressive episodes.
Making sure her dad gets out of bed and takes his meds is part of Charlie's daily routine, but lately she's been distracted by her crush, Lachlan. Her grades are slipping and her mom is starting to ask questions. When Lachlan finally asks her out, Charlie is over the moon-until she realizes that her father has disappeared. With only a note to go on, Charlie begins to retrace her father's steps. Along the way, she meets people who help her understand not only where he might be but also who he really is. As she discovers the truth, her search takes on greater urgency and scope.
This short novel is a high-interest, low-reading level book for teen readers who are building reading skills, want a quick read or say they don't like to read! The epub edition of this title is fully accessible.
Key Selling Points:
• With its confronting look at mental illness in a parent, this book depicts a strong, compassionate heroine in a story that is part family drama and part wilderness adventure.
• The mild romantic subplot and tension caused by family secrecy are balanced with a and hopeful yet realistic conclusion.
• Matt Beam is the Toronto-based author of four YA and middle-grade novels and a teacher specializing in dyslexia.
• Enhanced features (dyslexia-friendly font, cream paper, larger trim size) to increase reading accessibility for dyslexic and other striving readers.
Sixteen-year-old Charlie Abbott feels responsible for her father's mental health. When he takes off to go canoeing at a remote lake after a period of depression, she fears he's planning suicide, and goes after him.
Matt Beam is a writer, educator and photographer. He has written four YA and middle-grade novels, and published two photographic picture books. Matt has lived in several countries, including Guatemala, New Zealand and Australia, and in Vancouver, British Columbia. He now teaches at an elementary school dedicated to teaching students with dyslexia. He lives in Toronto with his family. Orca Soundings are short, high-interest novels written specifically for teens. These edgy stories with compelling characters and gripping storylines are ones they will want to read. Reading levels from grade 2.0 to 4.5. Interest level ages 12+. Things just aren't adding up anymore
Making sure her dad gets out of bed and takes his meds is part of Charlie's daily routine, but lately she's been distracted by her crush, Lachlan. Her grades are slipping and her mom is starting to ask questions. When Lachlan finally asks her out, Charlie is over the moon-until she realizes that her father has disappeared. With only a note to go on, Charlie begins to retrace her father's steps. Along the way, she meets people who help her understand not only where he might be but also who he really is. As she discovers the truth, her search takes on greater urgency and scope.
This short novel is a high-interest, low-reading level book for teen readers who are building reading skills, want a quick read or say they don't like to read! The epub edition of this title is fully accessible.
Key Selling Points:
• With its confronting look at mental illness in a parent, this book depicts a strong, compassionate heroine in a story that is part family drama and part wilderness adventure.
• The mild romantic subplot and tension caused by family secrecy are balanced with a and hopeful yet realistic conclusion.
• Matt Beam is the Toronto-based author of four YA and middle-grade novels and a teacher specializing in dyslexia.
• Enhanced features (dyslexia-friendly font, cream paper, larger trim size) to increase reading accessibility for dyslexic and other striving readers.
Sixteen-year-old Charlie Abbott feels responsible for her father's mental health. When he takes off to go canoeing at a remote lake after a period of depression, she fears he's planning suicide, and goes after him.
Matt Beam is a writer, educator and photographer. He has written four YA and middle-grade novels, and published two photographic picture books. Matt has lived in several countries, including Guatemala, New Zealand and Australia, and in Vancouver, British Columbia. He now teaches at an elementary school dedicated to teaching students with dyslexia. He lives in Toronto with his family. Orca Soundings are short, high-interest novels written specifically for teens. These edgy stories with compelling characters and gripping storylines are ones they will want to read. Reading levels from grade 2.0 to 4.5. Interest level ages 12+. Things just aren't adding up anymore
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