Description
The Nelson Beats the Odds 10th Anniversary Edition features Ronnie Nelson Sidney, II's latest graphic novel, Carlos Crosses the Border. The story follows Carlos, a Honduran migrant, whose family is forced to flee their home when gangs threaten his brother. Carlos and his family face a dangerous journey to the United States, traveling in a caravan, riding the freight train "La Bestia," and crossing deserts and rivers, confronting fear and uncertainty along the way.
This edition also includes Amazon Best-Seller Nelson Beats the Odds, about Nelson, a young boy with ADHD and a learning disability who overcomes stigma in special education; Tameka's New Dress, which follows a confident girl confronting bullying and childhood trauma; and Rest in Peace RaShawn Reloaded, which was selected for the Recommended Book List for the 2018 In the Margins Book Award.
Together, these books inspire confidence in children-especially children of color-encouraging a love of reading while fostering social awareness. Sidney's stories help young readers better understand contemporary American culture and society.
Details
Author: |
Ronnie Nelson Sidney |
Illustrator: |
Traci Van Wagoner |
ISBN 10: |
0998601144 |
Pages: |
132 |
Publisher: |
Creative Medicine- Healing Through Words LLC |
Publication Date: |
April 11, 2026 |
Binding: |
Paperback |
Weight: |
0.95lbs |
Large Print: |
Yes |
Age Group: |
Young Adult (14 - 18) |
Grade Range: |
8-13 |
