Alexie, S. (2007). The absolutely true diary of a
part-time Indian. NY: Little Brown
Junior is a young boy who loves to draw and is trying to
find himself through those difficult adolescent years. Junior is a native American
and attends high school on his reservation. Junior wants to make his own
decisions and take charge of his life so he decides to change schools and
attend the high school that is off the reservations. Junior expresses himself
throughout the story with his drawings.
Through his drawings it is an outlet of self-discovery and venting. The
book is controversial because it includes subjects such as racism and sex. The
book has been banned in several schools but in my opinion that is not what is
best for young adult readers. The amazing thing about young adult literature is
that is translates and makes many uncomfortable realities that young adults
face every day. They are able to see themselves in the characters of these
books. The book is based on the author’s Alexie Sherman's own experiences.
Grade levels- 9-12
Recommend to read next: If I Ever Get Out of Here by Eric Gransworth Same
but Different by RJ Peete, Holly Robinson Peete, Ryan Elizabeth Peete
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