New Kid by Jerry Craft

 

Seventh grader Jordan Banks loves nothing more than drawing cartoons about his life. But instead of sending him to the art school of his dreams, his parents send him to a private school known for its academics, where Jordan turns out to be one of the few kids of color in his entire grade. Can Jordan learn to navigate his new school culture while keeping his neighborhood friends and staying true to himself?

Other Words for Home

 

Jude never thought she'd be leaving her beloved brother and father behind, all the way across the ocean in Syria. But when things in her hometown start becoming uncertain with the possibility of violence, Jude and her mother are sent to live in Cincinnati with relatives. This is a novel in verse which means the story is told in a narrative poetry style instead of traditional novel style. This makes it a very quick and very enjoyable read!