Free Lunch by Rex Ogle
Rex Ogles story of starting Year 7 on the free lunch programme is timely, heart-breaking and true.
"What an amazing bookI don't think I have been that affected by a book since I read The Hate U Give by Angie Thomas…" -- Mary-Brigid Turner, Hodges Figgis Children's Department
"A memoir of Ogle's own childhood, this is a searing look at the lived experience of poverty in America, written with grace, humour and honesty. In 6th grade, Rex's mum signs him up for the free meal programme, much to his embarrassment. But his intelligence and love of learning help him survive his chaotic home life. Highly recommended. Age 13+" -- 50 best books of 2019 for children from babies to teens - The Irish Independent
"This book highlights the reality of being poor in the US." -- Natasha Harding - The Sun
"A memoir of Ogle's own childhood, this is a searing look at the lived experience of poverty in America, written with grace, humour and honesty. In 6th grade, Rex's mum signs him up for the free meal programme, much to his embarrassment. But his intelligence and love of learning help him survive his chaotic home life. Highly recommended. Age 13+" -- 50 best books of 2019 for children from babies to teens - The Irish Independent
"This book highlights the reality of being poor in the US." -- Natasha Harding - The Sun
Rex Ogle is the award-winning author of Free Lunch, Punching Bag, Abuela, Don’t Forget Me, Road Home, and, most recently, When We Ride. He lives in Los Angeles, California.
| SKU | Unavailable |
| ISBN 13 | 9781324016946 |
| ISBN 10 | 1324016949 |
| Title | Free Lunch |
| Author | Rex Ogle |
| Condition | Unavailable |
| Binding Type | Paperback |
| Publisher | WW Norton & Co |
| Year published | 2021-10-15 |
| Number of pages | 224 |
| Cover note | Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary. |
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