Sylvie (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9781536207620)

In a wise and witty graphic memoir, a young artist finds her path apart from the expectations of those around her.

Sylvie lives in a school in France. Her father is the principal, and her home is an apartment at the end of a hallway of classrooms. As a young child, Sylvie and her brother explore this most unusual kingdom, full of small mysteries and quirky surprises. But in middle and high school, life grows more complicated. Sylvie becomes aware of her parents' conflicts, the complexities of shifting friendships, and what it means to be the only Jewish family in town. She also begins to sense that her perceived "success" relies on the pursuit of math and science--even though she loves art. In a funny and perceptive graphic memoir, author-illustrator Sylvie Kantorovitz traces her first steps as an artist and teacher. The text captures her poignant questioning and her blossoming confidence, while the droll illustrations depict her making art as both a means of solace and self-expression. An affecting portrait of a unique childhood, Sylvie connects the ordinary moments of growing up to a life rich in hope and purpose.

Author: Sylvie Kantorovitz
ISBN-10: 1536207624
ISBN-13: 9781536207620
Publisher: Walker Books Us
Language: English
Published: 01/25/2021
Pages: 352
Format: Hardcover
Weight: 1.80lbs
Size: 8.60h x 6.40w x 1.30d

Accelerated Reader:
Reading Level: 3.1
Point Value: 2
Interest Level: Middle Grade
Quiz #/Name: 511083 / Sylvie


Review Citation(s):
School Library Journal 10/01/2020 pg. 102
Kirkus Reviews 12/15/2020
Bulletin of Ctr for Child Bks 01/01/2021
Publishers Weekly 02/01/2021
Horn Book Magazine 03/01/2021 pg. 117
Hornbook Guide to Children 01/01/2021 - Superior,Well Above Average