Summary: Jordan is a tween who is caught between making the right decisions and living on the edge. He often feels that no matter what he chooses, he will never be as good as his older sister who appears perfect in the eyes of his parents. When a crisis that involves racial tension occurs, he sneaks away from home with a backpack on a quest to attempt to help his father. However, as a 12-year-old he is lured into the pressure of his peers and struggles to hold on to his secret possession. Getting to his family's business to redeem himself responsible and repair the conflictual relationship with his father is what he has in mind. But will he get to his father before it’s too late? Will his family understand his attempt to redeem himself? Will he succumb to the pressure of his peers? Has he placed himself in more danger with the backpack? Strengths: This story portrays the challenges tweens face to make sound decisions. Oftentimes, they have good intentions just like Jordan, but the level of maturity can be a barrier. Weaknesses: In many ways, it unimaginable to do what Jordan does and places him in more danger along the way. Thoughts: Students will be able to make connections but will need prior knowledge of the LA riots and Rodney King.
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