Those Shoes

About this book

But all the kids are wearing them! Any child who has ever craved something out of reach will relate to this warm refreshingly realistic story. "I have dreams about those shoes. Black high-tops. Two white stripes." All Jeremy wants is a pair of those shoes the ones everyone at school seems to be wearing. But Jeremys grandma tells him they dont have room for "want " just "need " and what Jeremy needs are new boots for winter. When Jeremys shoes fall apart at school and the guidance counselor gives him a hand-me-down pair the boy is more determined than ever to have those shoes even a thrift-shop pair that are much too small. But sore feet arent much fun and Jeremy comes to realize that the things he has warm boots a loving grandma and the chance to help a friend are worth more than the things he wants.