Paperboy by Vince Vawter

In Vince Vawter's Newberry Honor Book, Paperboy, the protagonist, Victor, admits that he's good at pitching, but not so good at speaking. Most 10-14 year old readers can empathize with the issues faced by Victor because they, too, are trying to deal with what they see as their own flaws.

Do our strengths or our weaknesses define us? What level of courage do we need to overcome and to celebrate? Read this story with your child and take the opportunity to discuss how to be aware of one's own value and the value of others.