Castle crenshaw, better known as ghost, knows hes fast, ever since his father chased him and his mom out of their apartment waving a gunand actually shooting at. Sunny is the main character in this novel, the third of four books in jason reynolds electrifying middle grade series. In jason reynolds s new novel in verse long way down. Africanamerican track phenom patina jones takes the. With the clear, stylish art, the strongly appealing characters and just the right pinch of drama, this book will. Our task was to make a trailer for the book ghost and it shows the main characters and events in the book. As a child, ghost had to flee his apartment with his mother when his father, in a drunken rage, tried to kill them. Ghost by jason reynolds ghost is one of the best realistic fiction books i have read in a long time. Ghost is actually the nickname for the main character whose real name is castle. This is a generalization, but in my experience librarians really enjoy reading within their comfort zones. Castle endures an early childhood that is terrifying but is only described. This is the 1st book of reynolds track series, and completely draws readers in, wanting to read the 2nd book. Jason reynolds is the new york times bestselling author of all american boys, the track series, long way down, for everyone, and miles moralesspiderman he is an american author who writes novels and poetry for young adult and middlegrade audiences, including ghost, a national book award finalist for young peoples literature born in washington, dc and raised in neighboring oxon hill. Four kids from wildly different backgrounds with personalities that are explosive when they.
A kid from the projects learns to put speed in service of character building and achievement. Ghost book by jason reynolds official publisher page simon. Ghost is very good at running, which started when he had to run. Always ready with a goofy smile and something nice to say, sunny is the chillest dude on the defenders team. Ill give examples of the things that i think reynolds does particularly well in ghost. Author interview jason reynolds, author of ghost bookpage.
Who has the world record for blowing up the most balloons with his nose. Jason reynolds inaugurates his new track series with ghost, the story of young castle cranshaw, who discovers something about himself the night his father shoots at him and his mother. Supersummary, a modern alternative to sparknotes and cliffsnotes, offers highquality study guides for challenging works of literature. Castle ghost cranshaw is a seventh grader and narrator of the novel ghost by jason reynolds. Ghost by jason reynolds rocked for book discussion. Four kids from wildly different backgrounds, with personalities that are explosive when they clash. His three fellow newbies on the defenders await their turns to star in subsequent series outings. Learn vocabulary, terms, and more with flashcards, games, and other study tools.
We are immersed in the backdrop of believable characters from the night ghost crenshaw runs for his life, to his struggle to silence the scream inside him. Ghost by jason reynolds atheneumcaitlyn dlouhy books, 2016. According to his mother he was a born storyteller and therefore writing came quite naturally to him. When someone messes with him, he just cant let it go. Ghost wants to be the fastest sprinter in the city, but his past is slowing him down in this gritty, electrifying novel about a kid trying to run away from his. Connecting reader and character in ghost by jason reynolds. A young sprinter finds his team in ghost the new york times. For our chapter chats program book club for 3rd5th graders, we read jason reynolds ghost and the discussion was electric. When castle was a kid he had a great father although he would get drunk sometimes. His father is in prison for shooting at ghost and his mom during a domestic dispute and his mom struggles to pay the bills while she works at the hospital cafeteria and takes classes toward becoming a nurse. Three of his works have received the coretta scott king award. Tomi adeyemi, jason reynolds and kiley reid share black history month book picks l gma duration.
Castle cranshaw, aka ghost, stands out at his middle school for his toobig, ratty clothes, crappy knockoff sneakers, and a temper that gets him in trouble. I think it is jason reynolds s way of connecting with adolescent readers through a true voice and circumstances that so many of them will connect to. The following version of this book was used to create this study guide. Study 42 terms ghost by jason reynolds sports fiction. Ghost is a 2016 novel by american author jason reynolds. This study guide consists of approximately 30 pages of chapter summaries, quotes, character analysis, themes, and more everything you need to sharpen your knowledge of ghost. Featured content includes commentary on major characters. As you approach your own main character, keep in mind these.
Reynolds has introduced us to several diverse characters in ghost. When coach brody puts him on the track team, ghost finds a community he never expected, one that includes different kinds of kids, some with stories like his own, all ready to be there for each. Reynolds has created a character whose journey is so genuine that hes. Ghost by jason reynolds 2016 castle cranshaw, who calls himself ghost, is an eighth grader who does not have it easy. Nominated as one of americas bestloved novels by pbss the great. Though there are many such storytellers and book writers like jason reynolds there is certainly something special and unique about him. Hes been running ever since his drunk father came after him and his mother with a gun, aiming to kill, in the book, ghost atheneum 2016, by jason reynolds. The main character castle is nothing short of awe inspiring and genuine. An endearing protagonist runs the first, fast leg of reynolds. Theres nothing supernatural or paranormal going on here. Ghost by jason reynolds by pratita chusnun on prezi next. In ghost, jason reynolds flawlessly delivers eloquent moments of terror, anticipation and funclear to the finish linewithout an extra word to spare. This is a reblog from our work site, please excuse the work jargon and enjoy. Ghost focuses on the challenges faced by a young boy who goes by the nickname of ghost.
His name is castle crenshaw, but he calls himself ghost. Summary castle ghost cranshaw is being raised by his single mother. Despite its title, ghost by jason reynolds is not a horror story. Ghost who is in middle school is filled with anger. This 29page guide for ghost by jason reynolds includes detailed chapter summaries and analysis covering 10 chapters, as well as several more indepth sections of expertwritten literary analysis. Sunny book by jason reynolds official publisher page. So now ghost lives with his mom, his dads in jail, and ghost is running from himself, getting into trouble at school until his crazy fast running takes him through the. Thats all that ghost real name castle crenshaw has ever known. Ghost is very good at running, which started when he had to run for his life with his mother from his violent father when he was younger. Otis, the twins, duke of chesire and lor d canterville, mrs. Parents need to know that ghost, written by coretta scott king honor author jason reynolds the boy in the black suit is a story about overcoming tragedy and finding where you belong. Ghost, track at least 3 significant plot points major moments that force the story to.
This is the second book that ive read by him and was not let down by a long shot. All are terrific charactersboth male and femaleon this city team. Ghost is a play based on the novel of the same name by jason reynolds. Ghost is a complex character that deals with some pretty hefty issues. Ghost book by jason reynolds official publisher page. But when ghost impulsively challenges an elite sprinter. A highly popular writer, jason reynolds is from the usa and he spent his childhood in washington d. Ghost is a young adult novel by jason reynolds which follows seventhgrader castle ghost cranshaw as he joins a track team and struggles to deal with his past and his present. It is written with authentic and intriguing dialogue that keeps the reader interested and amused. In the present day, ghost fears himself and fears he may become like his father. A newbie to the track team, patina must learn to rely on her teammates as she tries to outrun her personal demons in this followup to the national book award finalist ghost by new york times bestselling author jason reynolds. We recommend using this book to teach characterization. He struggles to make friends at school because of the way he dresses and where he lives.
This book is the first in the track series about a talented group of kids who have a chance at the junior olympics. Ghost by jason reynolds a national book award finalist for young peoples literature. Theyll travel outside of them from time to time but always they return to the books that they like the most. An endearing protagonist runs the first, fast leg of reynolds promising relay. Connecting reader and character in ghost by jason reynolds blog. Ghost reflects the qualities of a humanhe has good and bad qualities and makes some mistakes.
Start studying ghost by jason reynolds sports fiction. A young sprinter finds his team in ghost the new york. Ghost wants to be the fastest sprinter on his elite middle school track team, but his past is slowing him down in this first electrifying novel of a brandnew series from coretta scott kingjohn steptoe awardwinning author jason reynolds. Everything in bold italic is an excerpt from the magic words if the character is someone you want readers to. Ghost by jason reynolds presented by rasyid vinusenna sumin ghost ghost the track series jason reynolds is a american author that has won various awards. A national book award finalist for young peoples literature. Ghost by jason reynolds book 1 of the track series. Who holds the record for owning the most rubber ducks.
Nominated as one of americas bestloved novels by pbss the great american read. The first of reynolds middle grade track series, it includes themes of bullying and abuse, and parents should be ready to discuss alcoholism, nonviolent ways to stand up to bullying, pursuing. Featured content includes commentary on major characters, 25 important quotes, essay topics. Author jason reynolds is no stranger to awardwinning books. Once you start reading ghost by jason reynolds, you wont want to put it down. Gh ost track by jason reynolds uses every one of cheryls suggested strategies, and does it in a way that you dont notice as youre reading. Jason reynolds born december 6, 1983 is an american author of novels and poetry for young adult and middlegrade audiences, including ghost, a national book award finalist for young peoples literature born in washington, d. The kids burst into the room anxious to talk about every aspect of the book. The first ghost, buck, the only big brother shawn had ever had. Castle cranshaw, aka ghost, stands out at his middle school for his toobig, ratty. A new york times notable childrens book a newbie to the track team, patina must learn to rely on her teammates as she tries to outrun her personal demons in this followup to the national book award finalist ghost by new york times bestselling author jason reynolds. Sunny tries to shine despite his troubled past in this third novel in the critically acclaimed track series from national book award finalist jason reynolds. Youll get the first email of recommendations from our critics within a week.