About the book
From Newbery-winning author Betsy Byars comes a story full of \"poignancy, perception, and humor\" (The Chicago Tribune), about three foster kids who learn what it takes to make a family.
You can't always decide where life will take you—especially when you're a kid.
Carlie knows she's got no say in what happens to her. Stuck in a foster home with two other kids, Harvey and Thomas J, she's just a pinball being bounced from bumper to bumper. As soon as you get settled, somebody puts another coin in the machine and off you go again.
But against her will and her better judgment, Carlie and the boys become friends. And all three of them start to see that they can take control of their own lives.
Editions of Pinballs
- Paperback
- ISBN 9780064401982
Read an Excerpt
From Newbery-winning author Betsy Byars comes a story full of \"poignancy, perception, and humor\" (The Chicago Tribune), about three foster kids who learn what it takes to make a family.
You can't always decide where life will take you—especially when you're a kid.
Carlie knows she's got no say in what happens to her. Stuck in a foster home with two other kids, Harvey and Thomas J, she's just a pinball being bounced from bumper to bumper. As soon as you get settled, somebody puts another coin in the machine and off you go again.
But against her will and her better judgment, Carlie and the boys become friends. And all three of them start to see that they can take control of their own lives.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pinballs about?
From Newbery-winning author Betsy Byars comes a story full of \"poignancy, perception, and humor\" (The Chicago Tribune), about three foster kids who learn what it takes to make a family.
You can't always decide where life will take you—especially when you're a kid.
Carlie knows she's got no say in what happens to her. Stuck in a foster home with two other kids, Harvey and Thomas J, she's just a pinball being bounced from bumper to bumper. As soon as you get settled, somebody puts another coin in the machine and off you go again.
But against her will and her better judgment, Carlie and the boys become friends. And all three of them start to see that they can take control of their own lives.
What core themes, tropes, or subjects are explored in Pinballs?
Children’s, Teenage and Educational > Children’s / Teenage fiction and true stories > Children’s / Teenage fiction: General, modern and contemporary fiction
Where can I read a sample of Pinballs?
You can read an official preview of the few pages here https://www.book2look.com/book/9780064401982
Who is/are the Author/s of the book Pinballs?
Betsy Byars
What are the ISBN numbers for the physical and digital editions?
Pinballs is available as paperback(ISBN 9780064401982)
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