The Story of Tracy Beaker
A heartfelt journey of a girl seeking her place in the world.
Jacqueline Wilson author Nick Sharratt illustrator
Format:Paperback
Publisher:Penguin Random House Children's UK
Published:5th Oct '06
Should be back in stock very soon
This beloved classic follows the adventures of Tracy Beaker, a spirited girl in a children's home, as she dreams of finding a real family.
In The Story of Tracy Beaker, readers are introduced to the vibrant and spirited Tracy, a ten-year-old girl living in a children's home. Tracy's life is filled with challenges, but her indomitable spirit shines through as she navigates her world with humor and resilience. The narrative is presented in Tracy's own words, allowing readers to connect with her hopes, dreams, and the realities of her life. This beautifully crafted tale captures the essence of childhood and the longing for a family, making it a relatable story for many young readers.
As Tracy shares her experiences, she reveals her desire for a real home and family, which resonates deeply with anyone who has ever felt out of place. Her lively personality and candid observations provide both comedic and poignant moments throughout the story. The Story of Tracy Beaker is not just a tale of a girl in a children's home; it is a celebration of friendship, imagination, and the quest for belonging.
Jacqueline Wilson's beloved character has captured the hearts of readers for years, and this original classic remains a favorite. The book's charm lies in its ability to address serious themes while maintaining a light-hearted and humorous tone. With Tracy's relatable struggles and triumphs, The Story of Tracy Beaker is a must-read for children and adults alike, reminding us all of the importance of hope and perseverance.
Told in the zany, entirely convincing voice of Tracy Beaker herself . . . The strains of communal life with other children, rivalries and friendships and jokes, all spring to life, and Tracy's prose is decorated throughout with cheeky line drawings * The Sunday Times *
An appealing mix of events and reactions that are both entertaining and moving. A book that lingers in the mind long after it is put down * Guardian *
A sensitive and beautifully observed story . . . Our young readers appreciated both the humour and the pathos * Federation of Children's Book Groups, 1991 Pick of the Year *
Tracy is lively and spirited, and her narrative funny and moving * The Bookseller *
A breath of fresh air. It is entertaining yet tender but by no means sentimental when it confronts the need we all have for commitment in relationships, for trust, for love . . . A real bonus is that the book genuinely celebrates the act of writing - and not by preaching, I promise * The School Librarian *
Tracy is a marvellously feisty creation: she is arrogant and rude, but the occasional glimpses we get of the vulnerable girl behind the tough exterior are enough to endear her to the reader . . . The excellent spiky illustrations by Nick Sharratt on nearly every page are a perfect complement to the text * The Bookseller *
Poignant, funny and heartwarming first story about the damaged, demanding and delightful Tracy Beaker * Birmingham Post *
I think this is my favourite book of all * Junior Education *
ISBN: 9780440867579
Dimensions: 197mm x 129mm x 15mm
Weight: 162g
224 pages