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Knots in My Yo-Yo String

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Knots in My Yo-Yo String
AuthorJerry Spinelli
LanguageEnglish
GenreYoung adult fiction, memoir
Published1998 Knopf
Publication placeUnited States
Media typePrint (hardcover, paperback)
Pages148
ISBN978-0-679-88791-1
OCLC37426300
LC ClassPS 3569.P546Z47 1998

Knots in My Yo-Yo String (1998) is an autobiography written by Jerry Spinelli. The book describes the life of Spinelli from the time he was a child to the time he was a senior. Spinelli was born in Norristown, PA and has the fondest memories of his childhood where he was raised.[1][2][3]

This work is considered a variation on Spinelli's autobiography. It has been referred to as a "montage of sharply focused memories" and "the evolution of an exceptional author." This book demonstrates Spinelli's gift for being able to speak to his young readers.[4] It has been utilized as part of library summer reading programs.[5]

References

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  1. ^ Titles that Shook the World, Summary/Reviews: Knots in my yo-yo string. Buffalo and Erie County Libraries. 1998. ISBN 9780679887911. Retrieved 2016-12-19.
  2. ^ "Children's Book Review: Knots in My Yo-Yo String by Jerry Spinelli, Author Alfred A. Knopf Books for Young Readers". Publishers Weekly Review. Retrieved 2016-12-19.
  3. ^ "Reviews - Washington County Cooperative Library Services". Washington County Library. Retrieved 2016-12-19.
  4. ^ "Jerry Spinelli - Biography in Context". Gale, Biography in Context. Retrieved 2016-12-19.
  5. ^ "Recommendations for an engaging summer read". lancasteronline.com. Retrieved 2016-12-19.