Tiger Ann Parker is smart in school and good at baseball, but she's forever teased about her family by the girls in class. Tiger Ann knows her folk...
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Aug 25, 2008
Annie
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This is one of the stories that you walk away from as a better person. In fact, this is one of those stories you can't really walk away from.
It's the story of a girl on the threshold of womanhood in Louisiana in the fifties. She lives with her grandmother, a strong, intelligent woman who lives in poverty but does it with grace and intelligence, and her mother and father, both of whom suffer from mental disabilities. The story follows Tiger-anne's journey through coming to an understanding More...
It's the story of a girl on the threshold of womanhood in Louisiana in the fifties. She lives with her grandmother, a strong, intelligent woman who lives in poverty but does it with grace and intelligence, and her mother and father, both of whom suffer from mental disabilities. The story follows Tiger-anne's journey through coming to an understanding More...
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Mar 22, 2011
Jennifer
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We've all encountered a time in our lives where we wished we lived a completely different lifestyle. Those of us who grew up in the city, often wished for a quiet calm farm life. Reversely, those of us who grew up in the country often wished for the hustle and bustle of never-sleeping city life. "My Louisiana Sky" is a novel about the latter.
"Some people in Siatter say Momma and Daddy should never been allowed to get married because their different. Folks around here More...
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Feb 20, 2011
Dianna
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Twelve year old Tiger Ann Parker is from a poor family. Tiger and her parents live with her maternal grandmother in Saitter, Louisiana.
Tiger's parents are both considered to be mentally challenged. They are considered "different" by the town. It isn't until after the unexpected death of her grandmother that Tiger learns the reason her mother is different.
Tiger wants to be friends at school with Abby Lynn and her friends, but because she is poor and her moth More...
Tiger's parents are both considered to be mentally challenged. They are considered "different" by the town. It isn't until after the unexpected death of her grandmother that Tiger learns the reason her mother is different.
Tiger wants to be friends at school with Abby Lynn and her friends, but because she is poor and her moth More...
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Jan 08, 2011
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When I first started reading "My Louisiana Sky" I felt it was a bit simple, but not many chapters into it you get to know the characters and their lives, as simple as they are, and you care deeply about who they are.
The story takes place in a simple southern town called Sutter Creek where folks hang clothes out on the line, swim in the ponds, and everyone meets at church on Sunday. The people are down home southern folk with names li More...
Debbie Schlinger
When I first started reading "My Louisiana Sky" I felt it was a bit simple, but not many chapters into it you get to know the characters and their lives, as simple as they are, and you care deeply about who they are.
The story takes place in a simple southern town called Sutter Creek where folks hang clothes out on the line, swim in the ponds, and everyone meets at church on Sunday. The people are down home southern folk with names li More...
May 17, 2010
Kaka222
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My Louisiana Sky was written by Kimberly Willis Holt. This book is about courage. Tiger, the main character shows immense courage in everything she does. Without her courage she could not face the everyday difficulties of her life. The book is set in Saitter, Louisiana, just outside Baton Rouge, in 1957.
Tiger Ann Parker is a bold young girl, twelve years old. She was born to parents who had disabilities. Both of Tiger's parents are retarded. Tiger and her mother and father live with her More...
Tiger Ann Parker is a bold young girl, twelve years old. She was born to parents who had disabilities. Both of Tiger's parents are retarded. Tiger and her mother and father live with her More...
Apr 24, 2009
Lindsey
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Tiger Ann Parker lives in a small town named Saitter, Louisiana with her disabled mother, slow father and her grandmother. During the summer before Tiger enters the seventh grade she begins to become more embarrassed about her mother who has the mind of a six year old because she fell off a latter when she was younger and hit her head. Tiger so desperatly wishes her mother could be more like her aunt Dorie Kay, who lives in Baton Rouge who she finds to be smart and sophisticated. Tiger has a
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Jan 19, 2012
Mariah
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Thirteen-year-old Tiger Ann Parker is the child of two mentally disabled parents, although she herself is in every aspect "normal." When her tough, beloved grandmother dies Tiger must face the choice between living with her fast-paced, incredibly modern aunt in Baton Rouge or stay in her cow-poke hometown Saitter to take care of her "slow" parents. If that weren't bad enough Tiger is coming to grips with her lack of looks and the romantic advances of her long time best friend
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Nov 03, 2009
528_Gary
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Holt gives the reader a perfect example of what it was like to grow up in a small southern town. Tiger is a young girl who finds comfort in her granny. Tiger's parents are called "slow". They are both developmentally challenged. When granny dies, Tiger is faced with the choice of moving in with her aunt or staying with her parents. Her aunt lives in Baton Rouge. They live in a small town called Saitter. Tiger decides that she will stay with her parents. Even though Tiger would
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Apr 05, 2010
Carol
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In rural Louisiana in the 1950's, Tiger Ann is the smart daughter of two mentally challenged parents. Although she is embarrassed by her parents, she manages to live comfortably in the safety and protection of her strong maternal grandmother, Granny. When Granny dies, Tiger Ann's Aunt Doreen swoops in and takes her back to Baton Rouge; insisting that Tiger Ann would have more opportunities with her. Tiger Ann is torn. She loves the modern city, the clothes, and fun life her aunt promises, but wh
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Jun 27, 2011
Carlyn
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I have the absolute worst memory. I read hundreds of books each year and could probably only recall a handful. This is a book that has stuck with me ever since I read it as a young teenager. The author was in my Aunt's Sunday school class and she sent me an autographed copy. I read and re-read this book, and loaned it out to people. I just loved it. The story is so good, and the imagery is perfect.I live in louisiana , and I can envision how things were back in the fifties in this area. I really
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Nov 04, 2009
Hilary
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When Tiger Ann's grandmother dies she must decide weather she is going to go live with her Aunt Dorrie Kay in the city or continue to live with her mentally-challenged parents. Holt's first offering is a bit uneven in composition, but has proved it's staying power over the years nonetheless. More powerful books with similar subjects have come out in recent years- So B. It by Sarah Weeks and My Corner of the Universe by Ann M. Martin. A good suggestion for kids who have liked those two books but
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Dec 13, 2008
Christina
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My Louisiana Sky has an excellent voice and great clarity in the storyline, perfect for my seven-year-old self. The characters are very believable, so much that I can recall wanting to be Tiger Ann. A compassionate story about people who are different, and intolerance, about having real values and not letting your head be turned by the ‘popular’ thing, and about being true to yourself and your roots.
The back cover says for children ten and up but, obviously, I think any child could rea More...
The back cover says for children ten and up but, obviously, I think any child could rea More...
Dec 30, 2011
Stephanie
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Had this in my "gift ideas" folder for Audrey...been in there a while, then got it from the library and noted it was for 9-12 year olds, so wasn't sure if I should let her read it...so preread it this afternoon and I thought it was a good story, thoughtful, enjoyable and meaningful characters...so its been approved. Serious issues...but again a good story about growing up and appreciating who you are and where you come from.
Audrey has been devouring Harry Potter though no More...
Audrey has been devouring Harry Potter though no More...
Apr 24, 2009
Kassie
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This book is about a girl named Tiger. Tiger lives with her mom, dad, and grandmother. Tiger has parents that are "different." Her mom and dad are "slow." Beacuse Tiger's parents are "different" she gets made fun of by some girls in her neighborhood. Later on in the book Tiger has a important decision to make. Should Tiger live with her Aunt, or should Tiger stay with her parents?
I thought this was a great book. I learned about how important acceptanc More...
I thought this was a great book. I learned about how important acceptanc More...
May 18, 2010
Laura
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You win some, you lose some. And this book was not a winner for me. I listened to it on audio book and could not get over the narrator's accent. The main character, Tiger, is from Louisiana, but really? An entire audio book read in with a rapid fire southern accent?
Tiger's parents are mentally impaired (I think that's how the book describes them). The author also mentions "colored people" a few times. I guess the novel is about tolerance? There was just too much goi More...
Tiger's parents are mentally impaired (I think that's how the book describes them). The author also mentions "colored people" a few times. I guess the novel is about tolerance? There was just too much goi More...
Mar 27, 2010
Sonya
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This was a wonderful book.
Truly worth wasting time on.
It was just so good, it shows the pain of having problems at home because of death, and a pain from the past that the mother will never be able to escape.
This book was very beautifully written.
-And though it is a low level book
the meaning behind it is behind any level.
This is a good book
and I would certainly reccomend this book
to anyone has felt pain in their family
which I'm sure you all h More...
Truly worth wasting time on.
It was just so good, it shows the pain of having problems at home because of death, and a pain from the past that the mother will never be able to escape.
This book was very beautifully written.
-And though it is a low level book
the meaning behind it is behind any level.
This is a good book
and I would certainly reccomend this book
to anyone has felt pain in their family
which I'm sure you all h More...
Aug 16, 2010
Susan
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I really, really enjoyed reading this book. In fact, I wouldn't even mind reading it again because of a few of the ideas it covers in the story. It shares a lot of different challenges, including growing up, peer pressure, friendship, a tiny bit of romance (but more in the context of being a good friend), parents, family, and home. I love books that address the idea of where is home.
This book was also fun because it wasn't hard to read but it does have depth. I'm so glad that M More...
This book was also fun because it wasn't hard to read but it does have depth. I'm so glad that M More...
Aug 27, 2009
Mary
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Reminds me a lot of "Long Way From Chicago". I like the understated way Holt elicits vivid imagery. I see this story as a simple plot exploring the complex meanings of personal acceptance, family relationships, and gaining wisdom through experience. I was happy with Tiger's insights, which some "grown-ups" don't seem to ever get. Like someone has said, "Life doesn't have to be perfect to be wonderful".
Aug 11, 2009
Tara
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A great YA read about family and what's really important in life. Even though it's for younger readers, the author doesn't talk down at all - it's well written, with beautiful imagery and language, and therefore enjoyable to read as an adult. It is a shorter read, with a simple plot (which is why it's 4 and not 5 stars as an adult reader), but still very worthwhile. This is a book I'd own for my kids.
Mar 01, 2009
Laura
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My 10 year old daughter handed this book to me and said I should read it, she'd just finished it and it was really good. So I read it, and it was good.
I liked the characters. All of the major characters had their strengths and their flaws.
The story was a bit oversimplified, as children's books often are. Situations are resolved too easily. But I can forgive that.
All in all, a quick and enjoyable read.
I liked the characters. All of the major characters had their strengths and their flaws.
The story was a bit oversimplified, as children's books often are. Situations are resolved too easily. But I can forgive that.
All in all, a quick and enjoyable read.
Sep 11, 2010
Anissa
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Jan 15, 2010
Janet
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What a beautifully well-written story. I totally loved it. I am not sure why I picked it up. But I am very glad I did. I work with Adults with disabilities, so this story hit close to home. They are marvelous people. Tiger didn't have it easy. But she was such a strong person and so was her grandmother and she taught her well with love and understanding.
Apr 16, 2009
Michaellake67
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About a girl who lives with her grandmother, mother and father. Her mother and father have mental challenges and her grandmother is the person who takes care of them all. This book is about the girl's struggles with understanding how her family is different and learning to love them for who they are. I really liked this book.
Feb 08, 2012
Tiffani
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This is one of my favourite books. I had to read it when I was younger and feel in love with it and did a project over it. This book has a wonderful story to it and makes you more aware of yourself and those around you. It's grant to appreciate those around you and the situations you are put in.
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Nov 07, 2009
Taylor
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This book we actually read during school. I know it doesn't look very good but its actually not a bad book. The message is cler, that through life there are going to be bumps on the way and not to get all upset about it cause its just a part of life.
Aug 05, 2010
ConnieC
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Through this girls journey she figures out who she is and her staying grace. I thought the story was good and relatable. In the book recording, the narrator speaks with a southern accent and that was fun and made the story come alive.
Oct 19, 2009
Heather
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Good coming of age story. Tiger needed to figure out what was important in her life-family or fitting in. Unique circumstances in the story, but something we can all still relate with. Great for tween girls.
May 04, 2009
Carolyn
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This is considered a juvenille fiction book, but I really liked it a lot. I didn't think it was overly juvenille. It was a fun quick read. I tend to like any story about a cute little southern town.
Sep 05, 2009
Shiralea
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I saw this movie a few years ago, so the story was not new, but I liked being in Tiger's head. Good growing up story...Tiger learns some hard lessons about relationships and fitting in. It was fun for me to think about Baton Rouge in the 50's...my dad would have been there!
