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Alex, the Kid with AIDS
By Girard, Linda Walvoord & Sims, Blanche
Publishers Summary:
- ISBN
- 978-0-80750-245-7
- Publisher
- Morton Grove, Ill. : A. Whitman, 1991.
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School Library Journal
Reviewed on June 1, 1991
Gr 2-4 When a new boy who has AIDS joins Michael's fourth-grade class, Michael reluctantly becomes his work partner. He soon learns, however, that Alex is funny, creative, and mischievous. He says he can do anything he wants because "I'm sick," so the two boys write an insulting poem about their teacher. Alex's wish to be treated like everyone else is granted--both boys are disciplined, but their fri...Log In or Sign Up to Read More
