Lucky Broken Girl
written by Ruth Behar and published by Nancy Paulsen Books, an imprint of Penguin Random House LLC
About
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In “Lucky Broken Girl,” fifth-grader Ruthie Mizrahi, newly arrived to the United States from Cuba in the 1960’s, is confined to a full-body cast after a life-changing accident. Surrounded by her Cuban-Jewish family and a diverse group of neighbors, Ruthie finds strength and courage to heal and grow. The book was published by Nancy Paulsen Books, an imprint of Penguin Random House LLC.
Awards Won
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Pura Belpré Award
ÂÜÀòÍøÊÓƵThe Pura Belpré Award, established in 1996, is presented to a Latino/Latina writer and illustrator whose work best portrays, affirms, and celebrates the Latino cultural experience in an outstanding work of literature for children and youth.
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2018 - Winner(s) |
