Book details
Changing Tunes
Description
Ten-year-old Eileen's life changes drastically when her father separates from her mother and moves out, taking with him the piano on which she is used to practicing every day. Devastated by a double loss when her father moves out and takes the family piano with him, Eileen unhappily practices on the clunky school piano and fights her despair about coming home to an empty house when her mother is forced to get a job.
Age
8-12
Text complexity
developing
Length
160 pages
Book in series
#1
Why to read
- Engaging storytelling that captures the reader's imagination.
- Richly developed characters that readers can relate to and learn from.
- Incorporates important themes such as cultural diversity, empathy, and personal growth.
- Napoli's unique writing style that blends historical accuracy with enchanting narratives.