Books like Rainbow Jordan by Alice Childress
Rainbow, a 14‑year‑old African‑American girl, navigates life between her birth mother and a foster guardian. As she prepares to go back to a foster home for another stay, she shares her thoughts on family, belonging, and the challenges of growing up in a system of temporary homes.
First publish date: 1981
Genre: Children's Fiction/Early Readers
Authors: Alice Childress
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