The Skin I'm In
by Flake, Sharon G.
ALA Best Book for Young AdultsJohn Steptoe Author Award for New TalentCoretta Scott King Award/HonorsTeacherAcceptanceSchoolBlack PeopleYALSA Popular Paperbacks
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AR Book Level
4.1
AR Points
4
Word Count
30,782
Interest Level
Middle Grades Plus (MG+ 6 and up)
Genre
Fiction
AR Quiz #
318047 EN
About this book
When thirteen-year-old Maleeka starts seventh grade, she faces constant teasing from classmates about her dark skin. Struggling with her self-image and a friendship that's more harmful than helpful, she finds an unexpected ally in her new teacher, who has a birthmark on her face and lessons about self-acceptance to share.