Book : Melissa (formerly Published As George) - Gino, Alex

-Titulo Original : Melissa (formerly Published As George)

-Fabricante :

Scholastic Press

-Descripcion Original:

BE WHO YOU ARE.When people look at Melissa, they think they see a boy named George. But she knows shes not a boy. She knows shes a girl.Melissa thinks shell have to keep this a secret forever. Then her teacher announces that their class play is going to be Charlottes Web. Melissa really, really, REALLY wants to play Charlotte. But the teacher says she cant even try out for the part... because shes a boy.With the help of her best friend, Kelly, Melissa comes up with a plan. Not just so she can be Charlotte -- but so everyone can know who she is, once and for all. Review Praise for Melissa:Winner of the Stonewall AwardWinner of the Lambda Literary AwardA Childrens Choice Book AwardProfound, moving, and -- as Charlotte would say -- radiant, this book will stay with anyone lucky enough to find it. -- Publishers Weekly, starred reviewWarm, funny, and inspiring. -- Kirkus Reviews, starred reviewPraise for You Dont Know Everything, Jilly P!:Ginos sophomore effort is every bit as affecting and important as their first. -- School Library Journal, starred reviewNecessary and rewarding. -- Kirkus Reviews, starred reviewPraise for Rick:An important, innovative, well-plotted book that invites a large readership. -- Booklist, starred reviewEnlightening and important. -- School Library Journal, starred review About the Author Alex Gino loves glitter, ice cream, gardening, awe-ful puns, and stories that reflect the diversity and complexity of being alive. Their first novel, Melissa, was a winner of the Children’s Stonewall Award, the Lambda Literary Award, and the Children’s Choice Book Award. For more about Alex, please visit them at alexgino . Excerpt. © Reprinted by permission. All rights reserved. From MelissaGeorge reached the end of Charlottes monologue and was ready for the dialogue with Wilbur that followed. But George didnt hear her cue. She opened her eyes. Ms. Udell was frowning, and a thick crease had formed across her forehead.George, what was that? she asked.I . . . started George, but there were no words to finish the sentence. I . . .Was that supposed to be some kind of joke? Because it wasnt very funny.It wasn’t a joke. I want to be Charlotte. Georges voice sounded much smaller now that she was speaking her own words.You know I cant very well cast you as Charlotte. I have too many girls who want the part. Besides, imagine how confused people would be. Now, if youre interested in being Wilbur, thats a possibility. Or maybe Templeton -- hes a funny guy.No, thanks. I just . . . I wanted . . .