Knots+in+my+Yo-Yo+String

The author of Maniac Magee, Stargirl, and Crash tells about his childhood as a regular "Good Kid" in Norristown (just outside Philadelphia). Spinelli tells about his friends and neighbors, playing sports big ,family meals, and reading lots of comic books. Written in a very warm and engaging style. I once heard a teacher describe Ray Carver's work as "flowing like water". That's this book too. A fine choice for 2nd -5th graders, Should be a lit choice for winter literature.