Mockingbird

Erskine, K. (2010). //Mockingbird//. New York, NY: Scholastic.

2010 National Book Award Winner
 * Awards:**


 * Summary:** Caitlin is eleven and has Asperger's. Her life is turned completely upside-down when her brother is killed in a school shooting. //Mockingbird// details the story of Caitlin pushing to gain closure and move on with her life through her art.


 * Grade Level:** 4-6
 * Reading Level:** 3.6

1.1.6 Read, view, and listen for information presented in any format (e.g., textual, visual, media, digital) in order to make inferences and gather meaning 1.1.8 Demonstrate mastery of technology tools for accessing information and pursuing inquiry 1.4.1 Seek appropriate help when it is needed
 * Standards for the 21st Century Learner:**
 * 1. Inquire, think critically, and gain knowledge**

3.1.2 Participate and collaborate as members of a social and intellectual network of learners 3.2.2 Show social responsibility by participating actively with others in learning situations and by contributing questions and ideas during group discussions 3.3.7 Respect the principles of intellectual freedom
 * 3. Share knowledge and participate ethically and productively as members of our democratic society**

4.1.4 Seek information for personal learning in a variety of formats and genres 4.1.7 Use social networks and information tools to gather and share information 4.3.1 Participate in the social exchange of ideas, both electronically and in person 4.3.2 Recognize that resources are created for a variety of purposes 4.3.3 Seek opportunities for pursuing personal and aesthetic growth 4.3.4 Practice safe and ethical behaviors in personal electronic communication and interaction
 * 4. Pursue personal and aesthetic growth**