Bluefish has been called “a story rife with unusual honesty and hope” by Kirkus Reviews, and, “a lively, often-humorous, and ultimately hopeful page-turner” by School Library Journal. The book touches on themes of personal connection, trust, sympathy, self-acceptance, and coming of age. Along the way, Travis befriends a girl named Velveeta, a spunky classmate with a funny sense of humor and colorful wardrobe. McQueen, calls on him to read aloud in front of his classmates. At his new school, Travis faces his worst fear when his teacher, Mr. When Travis moves from the countryside to live with his mean alcoholic Grandpa, he begins to miss his old house, friends, and beloved dog named Rosco. Set in present day Russet, Wisconsin, the story follows a tall, shy, angry 13-year-old boy named Travis, who is terrified to share his secret that he cannot read. Originally published in 2011, Bluefish is the realistic fictional children’s book written by American author Pat Schmatz.
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