Chill has always been different.
But the way Chill deals with his disability and his art have given him the power to survive the horrors of high school. When a new teacher arrives, determined to crush his students' spirit, Chill decides to fight back and risk everything. A story of doing the right thing and standing up for yourself—and your friends.
This short novel is a high-interest, low-reading level book for teen readers who are building reading skills, want a quick read or say they don’t like to read! The epub edition of this title is fully accessible.
"Frizzell reaches deep into the psyche of high school students...[and] respectfully emulates the voice of a teen."
"A good read for all teens, especially for the less popular and the artistically inclined...one of the better Orca Soundings."
"Perfect for struggling and reluctant readers."
"Frizzell mixes the right ingredients to please middle school boys."
"This is a perfect title for struggling readers and will appeal to a variety of teen readers."
"The author has succeeded in capturing what teens think and feel. Highly recommended."
Young Adult Library Services Association (YALSA) Quick Picks | 2007 | Commended
Canadian Children's Book Centre (CCBC) Our Choice | 2007 | Commended
Resource Links, The Year's Best Books | 2007 | Commended
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