AL CAPONE DOES MY SHIRTS: Gennifer Choldenko: Puffin: 2006: YA: 240 pgsAs a 12 year old boy, Moose Flanagan is not happy when he is told by his father that they will be moving to Alcatraz Island so that his father can be the island Electrician. Once there, Moose ends up having to care for his autistic sister who often causes problems with her unpredictable behavior. In addition, the warden’s daughter entices Moose to participate in a money making scheme that if caught, could cause his father to lose his job. Moose continually struggles with wanting to enjoy himself and his deep love for baseball, and needing to grow up and take care of his sister and family. There is wonderful character development here, and it would be a great recommendation for any boy who isn't necessarily into Historical Fiction.
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