The Schwa Was Here
by Neal Shusterman
They say his clothes blend into the background, no matter where he stands. They say... read more
16 Total Resources 2 Awards View Text Complexity Discover Like Books
- Grade
- 7-12
- Genre
- Realistic Fiction
Year Published 2004
Word Count 57,922
- Text Complexity
- Lexile Level: 790L
- ATOS Reading Level: 5
- AR Quiz Numbers
- Quiz 80744, 9.0 AR Points
- Curricular Area
- English Language Arts
- Health
- Social Studies
- Lists With This Book
- Great Books For Boys
Our Original Resources 4
Audio Name Pronunciation with Neal Shusterman
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Story Map Multi-Leveled Lesson
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Cultural Representation Reflection
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Submit Qualitative Text Complexity Rubric
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Book Guides, Activities & Lessons 3
Story Map Multi-Leveled Lesson
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Cultural Representation Reflection
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Resource Guide from California Young Reader Medal
Created by California Young Reader Medal
Book Readings 1

Audiobook Excerpt narrated by Neal Shusterman
Created by Books On Tape® / Listening Library
Awards & Distinctions 2

Boston Globe-Horn Book Awards, 1967-2022
Winner, 2005

ALSC Notable Children's Books, 1995-2022
Commended, 2005
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