Title: Rules Author/Illustrator: Cynthia Lord
Publisher: Scholastic, Inc. Publication Date: 2006 Awards: Newberry Honor Book
Genre: Realistic Fiction Reading Level: Ages 9-12
Overview: This is a story about a girl whose brother has Autism and how she struggles trying to teach him the "rules of life" so he wouldn't embarrass her. This story is about a family living with a child with a disability and one of acceptance and tolerance.
Activity: Students will interview the main character of the story by asking and answering 6-8 questions (from the perspective of the character).
Reviewed By: Jamie Shea-Valdosta State University
Labels: Love, Acceptance, Award Wining
