One Day and One Amazing Morning on Or..., Joanne Rocklin
One Day and One Amazing Morning on Or..., Joanne Rocklin
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One Day and One Amazing Morning on Orange Street

Author: Joanne Rocklin

Narrator: Lisa Baney

Unabridged: 4 hr 7 min

Format: Digital Audiobook Download

Published: 04/12/2011

Synopsis

When a mysterious man arrives one day on Orange Street, the children who live on the block try to find out who he is and why he’s there. Little do they know that his story—and the story of a very old orange tree—connects to each of their personal worries in ways they never could have imagined. From impressing friends to dealing with an expanding family to understanding a younger sibling’s illness, the characters’ storylines come together around that orange tree.  
Taking place over the course of a day and a half, Joanne Rocklin’s masterful novel deftly builds a story about family, childhood anxieties, and the importance of connection. In the end the fate of the tree (and the kids who care for it) reminds us of the magic of the everyday and of the rich history all around us.

About The Author

Joanne Rocklin is the critically acclaimed author of several books, including Strudel Stories, which was a School Library Journal Best Book of the Year and an American Library Association Notable Book, and For YOUR Eyes Only!, which was a School Library Journal Best Book and a Bank Street Best Book. She lives in Oakland, California.

Reviews

Goodreads review by Brooke

This book is so pure and sweet and wonderful. I would absolutely recommend it.......more

Goodreads review by Debbie

A very sweet beautiful read, but I fear the pacing, flashbacks and intricate description makes it more of a "librarian book."......more

Goodreads review by Jessica

These days it seems like it's rare to find a contemporary realistic fiction middle grade title where no one dies, has abusive parents, or has to go through some other horrible struggle. Not that there isn't a place for all that, but there are quite a few kids and parent who are looking for something......more

Goodreads review by The Rusty Key

Reviewed by Rusty Key Writer Jordan B. Nielsen Recommended for: Both boys and girls, aged 8 to 12. One Word Summary: Diffuse. The problems with this book are quite nebulous in nature. The concept, a day in the life of one community, all centering around an orange tree in an abandoned lot in the suburb......more

Goodreads review by Vikki

The Magic Childhood Space is a common subject (or setting) of children’s books. These spaces can take the form of treehouses (The Odds Get Even), forts (The Egypt Game), re-named natural spaces (Lake of Shining Waters, anyone?), and plots of land transformed by imagination and play (Roxaboxen). In t......more

Quotes

"Unfolding in one day’s time, the story recounts how secrets are revealed, curiosity is satisfied and wishing becomes hope because the spirit and ties of friendship and community are resilient and strong. Fully realized characters and setting definitely make this one morning on Orange Street amazing."—Kirkus, starred review

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