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If you'd like to explore more about work or need a specific book review for another classic: Details on the sequel or related books (like Stargirl) A character analysis of Mars Bar or Grayson Discussion questions for a classroom novel study

I'd love to hear your thoughts: What was your favorite "Maniac" legend? How did this book shape your view of the world as a kid? Let’s chat in the comments! Maniac Magee

: The book exposes how prejudice is often passed down like a family heirloom. If you'd like to explore more about work

: Maniac’s search for a "home with an address" is heartbreaking. : The book exposes how prejudice is often

But his most impressive feat isn't athletic. It's his radical "colorblindness." Jeffrey doesn't understand why he shouldn't live with the Beales in the East End or why he can't be friends with an old groundskeeper like Grayson. To him, people are just people. Why It Still Matters

: It asks how we want to be remembered—for our "stats" or for our heart.