Author

Jerry Spinelli

2 books Grades 6–12

About

Jerry Spinelli writes novels about kids who don't quite fit in. Maniac Magee, about a homeless boy who becomes a legend in a divided town, won the Newbery Medal, and Wringer was a Newbery Honor book. His books spark great conversations about kindness, courage and being yourself.

Books by Jerry Spinelli

  • Maniac Magee

    Grades 6–12 GRL W 5 AR pts

    He wasn't born with the name Maniac Magee. He came into this world named Jeffrey Lionel Magee, but when his parents died and his life changed, so did his name. And Maniac…

  • Stargirl

    Grades 7–12 GRL V 6 AR pts

    There's a new girl in tenth grade and says her name is Stargirl. The entire school's not sure what to think of her and the kind things she does. Leo realizes that…