No writer guides his young characters, and his readers, past these pitfalls and challenges and toward their futures with more compassion. In this novel the climax occurs when Stargirl returns to an. Don't miss the sequel, Love, Stargirl, and Jerry Spinelli's latest novel, The Warden's Daughter, about another girl who can't help but stand out. The climax of a plot is the major turning point that allows the protagonist to resolve the conflict. Rather, we are entering Leo’s thoughts and seeing things from his point of view.

Spinelli’s earlier novel Who Put That Hair in My Toothbrush We cannot say that Leo Borlock wrote this book. Spinelli was already a celebrated childrens author by. The narrator of Stargirl is Leo Borlock, who appeared as a minor character in Mr.

From the day she arrives at quiet Mica High in a. In this celebration of nonconformity, Newbery Medalist Jerry Spinelli weaves a tense, emotional tale about the perils of popularity and the thrill and inspiration of first love. Stargirl is a Young Adult novel by the writer Jerry Spinelli that was published in the year 2000. Stargirl Book 1 of 2 And dont miss the authors highly anticipated new novel, Dead WednesdayStargirl. Explore Spinelli's use of figurative language in 'Stargirl,' which includes the use of hyperbole, simile.

Stargirl is suddenly shunned for everything that makes her different, and Leo, panicked and desperate with love, urges her to become the very thing that can destroy her: normal. Jerry Spinelli's 'Stargirl' is a novel overflowing with figurative language. She sparks a school-spirit revolution with just one cheer. From the day she arrives at quiet Mica High in a burst of color and sound, the hallways hum with the murmur of 'Stargirl, Stargirl.' She captures Leo Borlock's heart with just one smile. A modern-day classic and New York Times bestseller that celebrates the power of individuality and personal expression from beloved Newbery Medalist Jerry Spinelli.

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