The Marine Band Harmonica

The Marine Band Harmonica is the one relic Yolanda and Andrew's father left behind after he was killed in the line of duty. Andrew shows extreme talent on the "mouth harp" and is even classified as a prodigy.

Double-Dutch

Double-Dutch is a form of jump roping in which two girls spin the ropes simultaneously while a third girls skips between them. Yolanda wishes she was a world class jump roper, and promises to teach Shirley how to double-dutch even though she is far too large.

Willard School

Willard School is the school both Yolanda and Andrew attend once they move to Grand River, Michigan.

Asphalt Hill

Asphalt Hill is the area of the park where the skateboarders, like Stoney Buxton, practice. This is where Andrew most likes to go to practice his harmonica.

Stellar's

Stellar's is the musical instrument store where Yolanda convinces the...