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[close] This book is considered realistic fiction because it includes convincing characters and situations. The characters in the story represent different cultural groups and backgrounds and their lifestyles are not generalized. This story also exposes children to different perspectives and includes illustrations that hold the students' interests. This book is developmentally appropriate for all elementary-aged children but could be discussed more thoroughly with fourth and fifth graders. Overall, it is a great book and should be used in the classroom