Synopsis:

Gabby’s world is filled with daydreams. However, what began as an escape from her parents’ arguments has now taken over her life. But with the help of a new teacher, Gabby the dreamer might just become Gabby the writer, and words that carried her away might allow her to soar. Written in vivid, accessible poems, this remarkable verse novel is a celebration of imagination, of friendship, of one girl’s indomitable spirit, and of a teacher’s ability to reach out and change a life.Nikki Grimes has been awarded a Coretta Scott King Author Honor Award. Words with Wings has been named a 2014 ALSC Notable Children’s Book in the middle readers category.

Review:

This was an okay quick read. It’s about a young girl named Gabby who needed an escape from her parents arguments and she falls into daydreaming. Her new teacher at school actually encourages the daydreams and asks her to write them down. Turns out Gabbys daydreams paid off because it turned her into a really good writer. 

This story is written in verse one of my favorite writing formats. But overall very quick just under 100 pages.

Rating:

3 ⭐⭐⭐