Al Capone Does My Shirts

What would you do if you moved to Alcatraz Island and your new neighbor was the infamous gangster Al Capone? For twelve-year-old Moose Flanagan, this isn't a hypothetical. He's stuck on a rock with convicts, a sister with special needs, and a whole lot of questions. You'll join Moose as he navigates the strange rules of his new home, from dealing with the warden's bossy daughter to desperately trying to help his autistic sister, Natalie. Discover how a desperate scheme involving the prison's most notorious resident might just be the only way to get Natalie the help she needs, even if it means breaking every rule in the book.

Gennifer Choldenko is a Newbery Honor-winning author whose masterful storytelling has earned her a place among the most celebrated names in children's literature. Her inspiration for the Al Capone series came from a surprising source: a docent job at Alcatraz, where she learned about the families who lived on the island. This unique historical insight, combined with her experience as a sister to a sibling with autism, allowed her to craft a deeply personal and unforgettable story about family, loyalty, and acceptance.