Historical Perspective

Feathers Summary of Key Points

Feathers’ is a novel by Jacqueline Woodson that explores themes of hope, faith, and understanding. It is set in the 1970s and follows a young African-American girl named Frannie who is grappling with the various challenges of growing up. The arrival of a new boy at school, who is different from everyone else and is teased for his long hair and perceived oddness, prompts Frannie to think more deeply about the concept of hope and what it means to truly be accepting of others.