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Tobin’s life spirals when his mother dies—his home and school go into chaos. In seventh grade, a friendship with classmate Henry leads Tobin to raise chickens. The responsibility of caring for the animals helps him rebuild self‑esteem, restore order, and navigate his dysfunctional family life.
First publish date: 2005
Genre: Children's Fiction/Early Readers
Authors: Frances O'Roark Dowell
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