Newbery Medal Winner
All the Blues in the Sky
by Renée Watson
Summary
Told in verse, this novel follows thirteen year old Sage as she moves through grief after the sudden death of her best friend on her own birthday. Renée Watson traces the raw, shifting stages of mourning through a support group and the small moments that slowly make space for healing. The book speaks honestly to young readers about loss, friendship, and the difficult work of carrying on.
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Historical Context & Significance
Renée Watson, a Newbery Honor recipient for Piecing Me Together, won the Newbery Medal with this verse novel.