Jerry Spinelli

Jerry Spinelli took about two years to write "Milkweed." He began working on the book in 2003 and it was published in 2003.

Crash Coogan from the book "Crash" by Jerry Spinelli would likely request something related to football, such as a new jersey or football equipment. He is passionate about the sport and enjoys playing and talking about football constantly.

In the book "Loser" by Jerry Spinelli, Uncle Stanley's nickname for Zinkoff is "Zink."

Jerry Spinelli has written:

'Milkweed (Black Apples)'

'Crash' -- subject(s): Conduct of life, Family life, Fiction, Friendship, Juvenile fiction, OverDrive

'Maniac Magee' -- subject(s): Fiction, Orphans, Sports, Running, Heroes, Athletes, Legends, Newbery Medal, Juvenile fiction, Folklore, Sports stories

'Maniac Magee / The Boys' War Double Pack (Experiencing Literature in the Classroom)'

'Maniac magee'

'Crash. Das Leben ist Football'

'Eggs'

'There's a Girl in My Hammerlock' -- subject(s): Fiction, Juvenile fiction, Wrestling, Sex role, Schools

'Blue Ribbon Blues'

'Love, Stargirl' -- subject(s): Juvenile fiction, Fiction, Home schooling, Diaries, Eccentrics and eccentricities, Letters, Love, Diaries in fiction, Letters in fiction, Home schooling in fiction, Eccentrics and eccentricities in fiction, Pennsylvania in fiction, Love stories, OverDrive

'School daze' -- subject(s): Schools, Fiction

'The Bathwater Gang' -- subject(s): Gangs, Juvenile fiction, Grandmothers, Fiction

'Stargirl (Black Apple)'

'Library Card (After Words)'

'Wringer Teacher's Guide'

'please love Stargirl'

'Wringer Easel Back Poster'

'Crash' -- subject(s): Accessible book, Conduct of life, Family, Juvenile fiction, Friendship, Family life, Fiction

'Crash! (Black Apples)'

'Wringer' -- subject(s): Courage, Fiction, Juvenile fiction, OverDrive, Pigeons, Violence

'Crash, Set'

'Do The Funky Pickle (School Daze)'

'Milkweed' -- subject(s): Juvenile fiction, Street children, World War, 1939-1945, History, Holocaust, Jewish (1939-1945), Children

'Stargirl'

'Maniac Magee (Cascades)'

'Who Ran My Underwear Up the Flagpole?'

'Tooter Pepperday' -- subject(s): Household Moving, Fiction, Behavior, Farm life, Humorous stories, Human behavior, Juvenile fiction

'There's a Girl in My Hammerlock - 2000 Kids' Picks'

'The Library Card' -- subject(s): Books and reading, Fiction

'Girl in a Hammerlock'

metaphor

The book "Eggs" by Jerry Spinelli takes place in the present day, without specifying a specific year.

He went to Starield Elementary the James Monroe Middle School

Zinkoff and Claudia from the book "Loser" are both kind-hearted characters who care about others. They both show empathy and understanding towards different situations and people throughout the story.

Misha probably teased and taunted Buffo Milkweed due to a personal disagreement, jealousy, or just to exert power over someone they perceive as weaker. People may act out towards others for various reasons, often to feel a sense of superiority or to deflect attention from their own insecurities.

The plant milkweed is not mentioned in the book "Milkweed" by Jerry Spinelli. The novel focuses on a young boy, Misha, living in the Warsaw Ghetto during World War II and does not contain references to the plant milkweed.

spinelli went to elementary school at Hartranft Elementary

Stargirl by Jerry Spinelli has been recently translated into French.

In the book "Loser" by Jerry Spinelli, Zinkoff's hat symbolizes his uniqueness and individuality. Despite being teased for it, Zinkoff continues to wear his hat proudly, showcasing his ability to stay true to himself and his positive outlook on life.

Yes, I don't know how many but I've seen maniac magee the movie.

In the book "Wringer" by Jerry Spinelli, the rising action includes Palmer dreading his upcoming tenth birthday when he will be expected to become a "wringer" at the annual Pigeon Day event. As Palmer tries to navigate his conflicting feelings about pigeons and the pressure from his friends, the tension builds as the event draws near. Additionally, Palmer forms a secret bond with a pigeon named Nipper, complicating his internal struggle even further.

In the context of milkweed, "oven" refers to the seed pod of the plant. The seed pod resembles a small, green oven in shape and is where the seeds are contained.

He went to Hartranft Elementary and Stewart Junior High School. He went to college at Gettysburg College and John Hopkins University.

In "Maniac Magee" by Jerry Spinelli, the main character, Jeffrey Lionel Magee, becomes a legend due to his extraordinary athletic abilities, his ability to bring people together despite racial tensions, and his courage in facing challenges and injustices in his community. His actions and choices make him a symbol of hope and unity for the people of Two Mills.

Some minor characters in the book "Stargirl" by Jerry Spinelli include Anna Grisdale, Charlie Spinelli, Kevin Quinlan, and Archie Brubaker. These characters play supporting roles in the story but are not the main focus of the narrative.

Jerry Spinelli enjoys writing, reading, spending time with his family, and taking long walks in nature. These activities provide him with inspiration and relaxation, allowing him to continue creating engaging stories for his readers.

In "Crash" by Jerry Spinelli, the prank involves the main character, Crash, filling up the water tower with purple paint during a school event. This prank causes chaos and leads to consequences for Crash and his friends.

He is not dead. He is living in Pennsylvania with his wife, and is still writing books.

(Keep an eye out for his new book "Jake and Lily" ;)) TWIN POWER!!

You can contact Jerry Spinelli through his literary agent or publisher. Information about how to reach him can often be found on his official website or social media profiles. Keep in mind that not all authors may have personal contact information publicly available.

Jerry Jones has three children: Stephen, Charlotte, and Jerry Jr.