A Medal for Leroy

Name: William Joseph
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by Sir Michael Morpurgo, illustrated by Michael Foreman

Interest age: 9 to 11
Reading age: 8+

Published by HarperCollins Children's Books, 2012

Historical
Non-fiction

About this book

Michael’s father was brought up by Aunty Snowdrop and Aunty Pish until he left to join the air force and was killed in World War II. Michael has always wanted to know more about his father, but when he discovers Aunty Snowdrop’s notebook hidden behind his father’s photo, he realises his life is about to change forever.

Inspired by the true story of Walter Tull, the first black officer in the British army, Michael Morpurgo has created a moving story about love, loss and discovering your identity, which demonstrates a masterful understanding of a child's perspective on life. Illustrated by Michael Foreman, this is an immensely engaging and touching story, which have appeal for a wide range of readers, including the less confident.

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About the author

Sir Michael Morpurgo is one of Britain's best-loved writers for children. He has written over 100 books and won many prizes, including the Smarties Prize, Blue Peter Book Award and the Whitbread Award. His recent bestselling novels include Listen to the Moon, A Medal for Leroy and Shadow. His novel War Horse has been successfully adapted as a West End and Broadway theatre play and a major film by Steven Spielberg. A former Children's Laureate (2003–2005), Michael is also the co-founder, with his wife Clare, of the charity Farms for City Children.

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