Newbery Honor winner Ruth White conquers new worlds in this unique ""out of the box"" story reminiscent of a Twilight Zone episode. Meet the lovable Blue family, similar in appearance to Earthlings, except they're aliens.
While Meggie and David Blue are from another planet, they're a lot like Earth kids, with similar hopes and dreams, and can't wait to grow up. BUT they also have GROSSLY UNIQUE qualities, such as blue streaks in their hair that pop up randomly and language skills that sound like nothing on this planet. The story takes these alien kids, along with their mother and grandfather, by accident, to a far planet in which the society is not only oppressive but hostile to individual freedom. People are kept submissive through drugs and brainwashing. The Blues, who have spent time in free societies recognize the upside-down-ness of this world. They're almost helpless to do anything, but do what they can, plan their escape, and vow to help others.
By:
Ruth White Imprint: Random House Country of Publication: United States Dimensions:
Height: 193mm,
Width: 133mm,
Spine: 14mm
Weight: 227g ISBN:9780375865961 ISBN 10: 0375865969 Publication Date:03 September 2012 Recommended Age: From 9 to 12 years Audience:
Children/juvenile
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English as a second language
Format:Paperback Publisher's Status: Active
Nominated for Bank Street Child Study Children's Book Award.
Nominated for Oklahoma Sequoyah Children's Book Award 2014
