Books like Growin' by Nikki Grimes
Growin' explores the life of a teenage African American girl who navigates the highs and lows of growing up. Facing the death of the only parent who championed her poetry, she confronts her own doubts about the future. Through the support of a new friend and her own determination, she learns that love, friendship, and resilience are the forces that shape who she becomes.
First publish date: 1977
Genre: Children's Fiction/Children's Adventure
Authors: Nikki Grimes
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