Children’s / Teenage fiction: Family and home stories

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Book SynopsisEugenia Grimm is a tough girl living in a tough town at the foothills of the Rocky Mountains. She drinks and fights and pushes against expectations. She is also hurting. After her father died by suicide on her eighth birthday, her older brothers drifted away and her mother up and left when she turned 14, Eugenia has not made the best choices. After a last-straw violent incident and faced with the possibility of incarceration, she is sentenced to time at an Intensive Support and Supervision Program located at a remote mountain ranch. There, she begins to make connections, explore difficult truths, and might even turn things arounduntil a series of events pull her into a dark spiral she may not have the strength to resist.Trade Review"the characters therapists and troubled youth alike have an inviting combination of snarkiness and depth Quill & Quiremany serious themes are woven into the story, but there is also the wonderful appreciation of what can be achieved if only people are given the time, encouragement and incentive to work out their problems and improve their lives. Highly Recommended by CM MagazineDaher paints a vivid and convincing picture here of a young person with a complicated and tragic history attempting to straighten out her life. Winnipeg Free PressWhether reading for pleasure, escape or insight, like me, youll be pleased with this purchase. The Miramichi ReaderA provocative and compelling story that will leave you both emotionally raw, and satisfied. Eric Walters, author of Walking Home, The Rule of Threean important read that awards girls the right and space to feel and process anger. Ali Bryan, 49th ShelfA provocative and compelling story that will leave you both emotionally raw, and satisfied. Eric Walters, author of Walking Home, The Rule of Three"

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Book SynopsisIn Luke Aylen's The Mirror and the Mountain, a title released in association with Essential Christian, two 11-year-olds pass through a mirror and end up in a magical kingdom called Presadia. Trapped in a war-torn kingdom with no way home, Summer and Jonah are pulled into a strange quest to find the long-lost king, who alone has the power to restore peace to Presadia. Meeting strange and wonderful people along the way, including the dwarf high lord, the elf queen and a fire-breathing dragon, they learn important lessons about pride, greed, and the power of words as they embark on an epic journey to save the realm. The children and their new friends must be brave as they fly across the broken kingdom and climb a misty mountain. Can they fulfil their quest to find the king and restore peace to Presadia? And will Summer and Jonah ever make it back to their own world?

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Book SynopsisBetty and Maud are having a sleepover in a teeny weeny tent, and that means that Duck and Penguin are too. Betty and Maud can’t wait! Duck and Penguin aren’t so sure… When the girls head back to the house after too much fizzy pop, their favourite toys are in for a long, scary night alone. Will Duck and Penguin learn to love sleepovers after all? A second side-splitting insight into the secret world of toys, from former Dreamworks animator and illustrator Julia Woolf.Trade Review"Duck and Penguin's anguished expressions at having to take part in a sleepover they never signed up to are priceless: a delightful book for sleepover fans." * BookTrust *"An atmospheric night time adventure which blends reality and make believe in a most engaging way" -- Julia Eccleshare * LoveReading4Kids - Book of the Month August 2021 *

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Book SynopsisA Publishers Weekly Best Book of 2020 Nominated for the Carnegie Medal Sonia and I have a lot in common. Our parents are divorced. Our dads are gay. We both love barbecue potato chips. But she is different from me in at least one way: you can't tell how she's feeling just by looking at her. At all. When Bea's dad and his wonderful partner, Jesse, decide to marry, it looks as if Bea's biggest wish is coming true: she's finally (finally!) going to have a sister. They're both ten. They're both in fifth grade. Though they've never met, Bea knows that she and Sonia will be perfect sisters. Just like sisters anywhere, Bea thinks. But as the wedding day approaches, Bea makes discoveries that lead her to a possibly disastrous choice. Making a new family brings questions, surprises, and joy in this brilliant modern classic by Newbery Medalist Rebecca Stead.Trade Review"A wise view of divorce ... I would strongly recommend" * The Times *"Excellent … Stead’s characters are recognisable kids of flesh and blood … and her resolutions manage to be both unsaccharine and heartening" * Observer *"[A] beautifully constructed, deceptively simple story" * Guardian *"Funny, bold and poignant" * Daily Mail *"Bea’s interactions with her loving community convey particularly well-drawn dynamics that support themes of building resilience and savoring joy; together, these insightful moments layer into an affecting story of significant middle grade change (starred review)" * Publishers Weekly *"I have been a huge fan of Rebecca’s writing since When You Reach Me, so it’s no surprise that her newest book is an absolute original; marvelous, lovely, a story that kids will love." * R. J. Palacio, bestselling author of Wonder *"No author writing today observes young lives with more clarity, tenderness, and grace than the one and only Rebecca Stead." * Katherine Applegate, Newbery Medalist and New York Times bestselling author *"This is a story of love that enlarges, even though it is not always easy. We cheer for and are cheered by Bea’s quiet triumphs because they are triumphs of the heart." * Gary D. Schmidt *

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Book SynopsisYou’re never too young to make a big difference, as Hope Jones has learned in her fight against plastic pollution. Now she's on a mission to save the animals, and persuade everyone she knows to turn vegetarian. But just how can Hope get Dad to give up his beloved bacon butties?Trade Review"Don’t miss Hope’s adventures, if you want to know what’s good for you (and our planet). . . [S]harp, lively, often very funny reading. Readers will be gripped by Hope’s campaign and will finish the book just as well informed as Hope and fully aware of how the choices we make every day affect the world." -- Andrea Reece * LoveReading4Kids *"Hope Jones is inspirational and absolutely lives up to her name. . . a wonderful role model for other children who want to change their world" -- Kate Heap * scopeforimagination.co.uk *"Informational and inspiring... This is the kind of book the middle grade market needs" -- Rohini * Netgalley *"I really like how this series looks at these issues and how everyone can make a difference through even minor changes... a host of lovely characters" -- Cathy Petersen - Librarian * Netgalley *"I love Hope Jones... if you're interested in making a difference to our world then this is the book for you" -- Nicole Jordan - Librarian * Netgalley *"It prompted us to have lots of conversations about where our food comes from, healthy diets and climate change, and my daughters are now proudly flexitarian" * The Green Parent *

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Book Synopsis‘Bittersweet perfection’ Guardian, Best Books of the Year ‘An engulfing historical novel’ The Times, Best Books of the Year ‘A festive classic in the making’ Observer, Best Books of the Year Nominated for the Carnegie Medal Three years ago, Margot’s life was turned upside down when her fiancé, Harry, went missing in action on the Western Front. Worse, she was left with a devastating secret which threatened to ruin her life and destroy the reputation of her family. As a respectable vicar’s daughter, Margot has had to guard that secret with great care ever since, no matter how much pain it causes her. Now it’s Christmas 1919, and Margot’s family is gathering back home in the vicarage for the first time since the end of the Great War. And miraculously Harry has returned, hoping to see Margot and rekindle their romance. Can Margot ever reveal the shocking truth to the only man she has ever loved?Trade Review"Nuanced and evocative, this is bittersweet perfection" * Books of the Year, Guardian *"Sally Nicholls conjures another era with a miraculous lightness of touch that fills me with joy and envy. Her characters don't just leap off the page, they grab you by the collar, demand your sympathy and surprise you at every turn" -- Frances Hardinge"Gorgeously bittersweet, a festive classic in the making" * Books of the Year, Observer *"An engulfing historical novel" * Books of the Year, The Times *"A page-turner" * Books of the Year, Telegraph *

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Book SynopsisWaterstones Children's Book Award Winner and British Book Awards Nibbies Children’s Illustrated Book of the Year 2023! Celebrate love in all its forms, as Grandad tells his granddaughter about the adventures he used to have with Gramps. A long time ago, Grandad and Gramps spent many happy days travelling the world together in a camper van. But now Gramps isn't around any more, Grandad doesn't feel much like having adventures. As she listens to his wonderful stories, Grandad’s granddaughter has an idea to cheer him up... A perfect story for Grandad on Father's Day. A School Library Journal Best Book of 2021! 'A colour-flooded riot of memory… a poignant sense of intergenerational love and grief made manageable makes this beautiful debut stand out’ GUARDIAN 'A glowingly colourful journey of remembered joy, managed grief and renewed delight in living' TIMES LITERARY SUPPLEMENTTrade Review"a colour-flooded riot of memory... a poignant sense of intergenerational love and grief made manageable makes this beautiful debut stand out" * Guardian *"A glowingly colourful journey of remembered joy, managed grief and renewed delight in living... their balance of spacious expanse and intricate detail, are warming as a woodstove, evoking the sense of a whole shared life" * TLS *"This picture book, in which a girl helps her grandfather embrace life again following the death of Gramps, may well aid young readers in understanding others' grief" -- Nell Baram * Shelf Awareness *"This book deserves pride of place on any bookshelf, be it in a library, school, or home... as warm and friendly as a kind grandparent" * Kirkus Reviews *"This poignant tale acknowledges the sadness of losing a loved one, but also celebrates the pleasure of remembering those who have touched our lives. The illustrations are full of warmth, colour and joy, beautifully echoing the excitement of discovery and adventure" * BookTrust *

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Book SynopsisThere are three sides to every story . . . It's GCSE results day. Frankie's best friend, Jojo, is missing. A baby has been stolen. And more than one person has been lying. Frankie's determined to find out the truth and her ex-boyfriend Ram is the only person who can help her. But they're both in for a shock . . . EVERYTHING is about to change.Trade ReviewSpot on about friendship and beautifully uplifting * Patrice Lawrence *Funny, poignant and sensitive . . . magnificent * Guardian *A gripping mystery that frames friendship, love and new beginnings * Observer *Lisa's writing is as warm as it is wonderful * Holly Bourne *A compelling drama * Sunday Times' Children's Book of the Week *

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Book SynopsisSee the beauty around you with Ava and her adventuring parents. Ava’s parents are explorers, and the family is travelling around the world to find the rare ghost orchid. On their way, Ava marvels at the wonders around her: a moose in the woods, the starry desert sky, a blue whale swimming under their boat. But her parents’ focus is on getting to the ghost orchid before it’s short-lived bloom fades, so they don’t notice the wonders of the journey.Trade Review"There’s a touch of the Not Now Bernard mentality in the tunnel vision approach of Ava’s parents, though happily they make a decision about slowing down, enjoying the moment and looking through wider lenses on future expeditions" * Books for Keeps *"Explore the Ava way with this gentle, beautifully illustrated picture book" * LoveReading4Kids *"Ghost Orchid is a gentle and beautifully illustrated story... an important reminder to adults to champion and listen to the voices of the young!" * Just Imagine *

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Book SynopsisThe third fantastic book in the series about four friends who want to make the world a better place.There's a sad, neglected part of the playground at Poppy's school. She's desperate to win the competition to transform it and she's got some great ideas - a sensory garden, a hedgehog crossing, flowers to attract bees - but then she's accused of copying! Can Poppy clear her name and create the garden of her dreams?A brilliant series about the small changes that make a big difference, with themes of environmentalism and friendship. Written by Holly Webb, bestselling author of the Pet Rescue Adventure series.With cover illustration by Owen Gildersleeve.Look out for the other books in the Earth Friends series:Fair Fashion, River Rescue, Pet ProtectionOriginally published as Poppy's Garden, this edition of the book comes with a brilliant new cover!

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Book SynopsisLaurene Kelly’s first young adult novel introduces us to fourteen-year-old Julie, who is struggling with a terrible home life, but could never imagine the horror that is about to destroy her family forever. She dreams of a new life, away from her abusive father, but when her mother doesn’t arrive to meet Julie and her brother Toby after school as planned, her hopes are shattered. She is told there was an accident, but something more is wrong…Trade Review"A commendable first novel." --"Notable Australian Children's Books 2000"

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Book SynopsisJulie's youthful concerns are swept aside by a tragedy that splits her family. She begins a new life in a city that is sometimes exciting, often overwhelming, always different to the only home she has ever known. At first, it seems the turmoil will never cease. And then, just as Julie begins to make some sense of what has happened, there are further surprising developments.

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Book SynopsisA story of one girl 's struggle with herself, her life and her family. And the story of a family's struggle with a daughter/sister they can never hope to understand. She lies in the bed and she is sick. Sicker than she's ever been before. But with the sickness comes a pain and in that pain she finds a glory. And it's the glory that gets her through. When her body heals and she is out of the hospital and home with her family, she finds she needs to seek out a new glory, a stronger glory. She finds it in starvation. But her family, her friends, and her teachers intrude, and she decides she needs a different life, one where her glory is truly safe. A story of one girl's struggle with herself, her life and her family. And the story of a family's struggle with a daughter/sister they can never hope to understand. An impressive new voice in youth literature, Sarah Brill's novel Glory tells the powerful story of a fifteen-year-old girl, who has just woken up in a hospital after an unsuccessful suicide attempt. Sarah Brill began writing for the theatre at the age of 15. She attended four National Young Playwrights Workshops before graduating to the National Playwrights Conference.Since then she has had several plays produced and broadcast on the ABC. Glory is her first novel.

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Book SynopsisBill Gallaher''s bestselling novel The Journey follows a group of three adventurous Overlanders--two young men and one remarkable woman--as they travel west in 1862, from the Manitoba prairies to the goldfields of the Cariboo. With his gift for storytelling, Gallaher brings this intriguing era to the page as he vividly recounts the overland trek of the spirited Catherine Schubert, who made the trip in an undetected state of pregnancy; James Sellar, a combative young man of rigid determination; and Thomas McMicking, the visionary captain of the often unruly company. Reprinted with an appealing new look, this popular novel is an engaging and moving tribute to a band of heroic pioneers.

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Book SynopsisThis is a history of British Columbia''s island children, told in their voices, from their perspectives. Composed of twenty-two stories, Island Kids is a snapshot of a period and place in time. The topics range from quintessentially coastal experiences, like a day at the beach, to stories that deal with serious issues, such as BC''s history of residential schools, but they all remain true to the experience of the children telling the story. At the end of each chapter is a section called "What do we know for sure?" that gives the reader greater depth and context. The stories are written in a dynamic and authentic voice and are aimed at readers aged eight to twelve. Unlike history that has either been fictionalized or told from an adult''s perspective, the Courageous Kids series brings history to kids in their own words. Truly original, Kidmonton, Rocky Mountain Kids, and Island Kids strive to communicate the events and emotions of kids. Please visit www.courageouskids.ca for more information on the whole Courageous Kids series.

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Book SynopsisLife is so busy! On his way to school, Joe is missing all the exciting things happening around him - he is in such a rush, he doesn’t even notice his little sister crying! Given a task to draw what he saw on his way to school, Joe decides to stop time to appreciate all the little details that make life meaningful, and find out why Poppy was crying.

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Book SynopsisA family mix-up means Louie has to tag along with his engineer father and his team as they head for a routine job in the farthest flung and most neglected province of the Federation. A massive earthquake, with ensuing tsunami, devastates the entire isolated coastal region, laying bare the other-worldly manner in which the silent and strange Endlanders deal with life, death and the hinterlands of memory and loss. Their curious and unsettling ways raise ghosts for Louie, who has recently lost his own brother. This modern fable – part ghost-story, part coming-of-age novel and part astute social and family observation – explores the ways in which grief can affect not only individuals, but communities at large.Trade Reviewa weird and wonderful triumph; a challenging, powerful book – this is Fine at her very best. The Times Children's Book of the Week, February 2022 -- Alex O'Connell * The Times *This is a book with the potential to heal. – Sunday Times Book of the Week -- Nicolette Jones * The Sunday Times *

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Book SynopsisThe first YA novel from the bestselling author of Queenie. When Empress starts at Aniya’s school, they’re not exactly best friends. But, when the two teenage girls accidentally cast a spell on their 16th birthday and end up switching bodies, they quickly learn that friendship is the most important magic of all. South London’s answer to ‘Freaky Friday’, Empress and Aniya is a moving portrayal of the importance of real friendship and the ups and downs of being a teenager.

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Book SynopsisNominee:Colorado Libraries for Early Literacy CLEL Bell Award, TALK2017-2108 Chickadee AwardDarcy has plans. She and her friend are going to play dress up, do each other’s hair, and polish their nails. Daddy has plans, too. He’s going to read the paper, mow the lawn, and fix the fence. When Darcy’s friend cancels and she’s sure her day is ruined, Daddy suggests that they tackle their to-do lists together with a Darcy-Daddy Day. Daddy dons a tutu, and Darcy gives him a fancy hair do. They groom the lawn with Her Majesty’s Mowing Service and face off in a Daddy-directed sock battle. But will Darcy want to hammer? Will Daddy do nails? Stepping outside their comfort zones, Darcy and Daddy opt to be open-minded and even a bit daring. As Daddy says, “Sometimes things you’ve never done end up being fun!” With a gung-ho attitude, Darcy masters the hammer, and Daddy goes for it with the nails.Trade Review"Aptly titled Hammer and Nails , this adorable adventure begins as . . . Darcy discovers that her playdate plans have gone kaput. In walks her doting Dad, who seems willing to do just about anything (including don a tutu?) to turn his daughter's day around . . . . Jessica Warrick's brilliant illustrations sweeten the story to endear its readers to this darling daddy-daughter duo." Barbara Gruener, corneroncharacter.blogspot.co.il" STARRED REVIEW! Warrick's . . . illustrations marvelously play up the dichotomy between the burly . . . dad and his girly . . . daughter . . . . Kudos to this dad for not only making chores fun and making the most of time with his daughter, but for meeting her on her level." -- Kirkus Reviews starred review" Hammer and Nails shows how special a relationship between a father and daughter can be." --Laura Dekle, Children's Literature"Newcomer Bledsoe creates a humorous and relatable portrait of compromise and familial affection, while Warrick's watercolors strike a lovely balance between burliness and daintiness." -- Publishers Weekly"The heart of this sweet but never cloying story is the love between parent and child. Darcy's father gives it his all, never once turning down a game in the name of traditional gender rolesa refreshing thing to see in picture books. ...a story this endearing can be enjoyed any time of year." Julie Danielson, chapter16.org"It truly was adorable and a PERFECT Father's Day gift! There is nothing like the love between a daddy and his daughter and Josh Bledsoe's book, Hammer and Nails , really celebrates that love! Well done, sir! WELL DONE!!!" --Angela Sweeney, theroadtohappyhealthymommies.blogspot.il"His is a wonderful book for our family . . . . We love Hammer and Nails and are looking forward to celebrating Father's Day, too!" --mommasbacon.com"An ideal father and daughter book that shows how open minds and playfulness can save a day from disaster. " Tasha Saecker, wakingbraincells.com

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Book SynopsisNinth Grade Blues follows four teens through the adventures and misadventures of the first year of high school. Interweaving first person stories are told by: Luke: a shy, poorly dressed boy from the wrong side of the tracks. But he has hidden talents in science -- and he is even appealing to some girls. Elly: sociable and friendly, Elly worries about getting a boy to like her. She has frizzy hair, and a few excess pounds. However, she is also a top notch student. Elly has her life mapped out, all the way through a big church wedding and a house in the suburbs. Marcus: a freshman superstar, Marcus plays football and basketball at the varsity level and has his sights on a D-I college scholarship. He worries about having to choose between the NBA and the NFL. Mia: a smart, dedicated girl who gets straight A's. Her Mexican-American parents are intent on matching her up with a nice Hispanic boy. But Mia and Luke begin studying together, and very soon, Mia develops other opinions.

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Book Synopsis"This book is for anyone who has ever felt the need for a wiggle, stomp, or squeeze!"This is a story about sensory differences and how some children experience their world, told from a child's perspective.The vibration in her feet when she runs, the tap-tap-tap of her fork on the table at mealtime, the trickle of cool water running over her hands---these are the things that calm her jitters down.Wiggles, Stomps, and Squeezes playfully validates the unique sensory experiences of children, written from their own perspective. I'm excited for every kid that will see themselves in this beautiful book!" - Mark Loewen, Author of What Does a Princess Really Look Like?"I have worked in special education for 12 years and have not come across a book that explains these jittery feelings until now. This book will capture the hearts of families and children with unique needs as well as educate those unfamiliar with sensory differences." - Bridget Martinez, Special Education Teacher "I often find myself trying to explain to parents why their child needs wiggles, stomps, and squeezes to get through their day while experiencing sensory input in ways that are different and often more intense. This is the first book I have come across that provides a very real glimpse into the lived experience of a child with sensory differences. What a wonderful book that so many families can benefit from!? - Caitlyn Berry, Occupational Therapist Trade Review"I often find myself trying to explain to parents why their child needs wiggles, stomps, and squeezes to get through their day while experiencing sensory input in ways that are different and often more intense. This is the first book I have come across that provides a very real glimpse into the lived experience of a child with sensory differences. What a wonderful book that so many families can benefit from!" Caitlyn Berry, Occupational Therapist" Wiggles, Stomps and Squeezes playfully validates the unique sensory experiences of children, written from their own perspective. I'm excited for every kid that will see themselves in this beautiful book!" Mark Loewen, Author of What Does a Princess Really Look Like?"I have worked in special education for 12 years and have not come across a book that explains these jittery feelings until now. This book will capture the hearts of families and children with unique needs as well as educate those unfamiliar with sensory differences." Bridget Martinez, Special Education Teacher"This fast-paced picture book is perfect for those looking to learn more about the daily experience of sensory differences." Publishers Weekly

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Book SynopsisPerfect for ages 4, 5, 6, and 7. Missing someone far away is hard.It''s hard if you''re a grown-up. It''s even harder if you''re a child. No one knows more than Beanie how hard it is to live far away from loved ones. But then she figures out a way she and Nonni can send messages back and forth.... through the moon! You will love Nonni''s Moon because you are a parent who knows how important it is to keep family and friends close to our hearts, even at great distances and circumstances. It can help explain bereavement or absence of a loved one to children learning how to make sense of an adult world. Nonni''s Moon will instantly become a bedtime favorite for all. As a parent, you will love this sweet bedtime story because it can help kids feel empowered to stay connected to loved ones far away.

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Book SynopsisBuenas noches, todos a dormir is a board book bedtime story for little hands. The story includes a moon that lights up for 30 seconds when pressed. Thus, it generates a warm atmosphere, ideal for going to sleep. The illustrations allow the little ones to clearly recognize the different animals: bears, frogs, rabbits, foxes, squirrels, birds, mice, and an owl. Batteries are included.

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Book SynopsisIn the hill town of Didoli, each of the five visitors to the house on the gorge has a story. The avuncular mongrel called Vurf, a spirit bearing a message for a stepdaughter, the urchin with her golden hair and a vagabond past, a fading child star too wise for his years and an autistic infant who can smell tomorrow.

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Book SynopsisText in Arabic. When Mommy brings home little baby Jana, her three brothers watch their new sister in awe sleeping blissfully in her small bed. The boys are curious: Jana is so small! Will she ever be as big and as strong as they are? A beautiful story for children addressing the needs of a new baby and exploring the transition that comes with the birth of a newborn bundle of joy.

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Book SynopsisA boy is pushed too far by his peers, resulting in dramatic and life-threatening consequences as he threatens to release a deadly virus into his school

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Book SynopsisDicey began to panic. The four of them had been waiting in the car for hours now. Why wasn’t their mother back? Why had she just walked off like that? What would they do if she never came back?Trade Review“The plot has pace and is exciting, but the real fascination lies in the characters of the children… A powerful book.”The Guardian “A really engaging and gripping story, well written”Grimsby Evening Telegraph “Keeps you hooked”Children’s Bookshelf “The details of day-to-day survival are totally absorbing”ILEA Contact “The Tillerman series… is a tour de force”The Guardian

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Book SynopsisA hilarious story in the 9-million-copy best-selling classic series from highly regarded author Nick Butterworth!Trade ReviewOne Snowy Night‘A heartwarming bedtime tale…’ Susan Hill, The Independent ‘A lovely book to share at bedtime’ Children’s Book News ‘… it’s just right for reading aloud on a cold day’ Books for Keeps The Rescue Party:‘…it’s good for reading aloud to under-fives, and later the six-pluses will still want to read it themselves.’ The Independent on Sunday After the Storm:‘…look no further for the best present for any child from two to six.’ Susan Hill, The Sunday Times Percy’s Bumpy Ride:‘Imaginatively detailed illustrations and just the right amount of suspense.’ Practical Parenting

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Book Synopsis A wickedly funny series for ages six and up from the creator of Where Bear?, Pass It On and the Pom Pom series, with colour illustrations throughout. Trade Review“A delight from start to finish” Daily Express “A sense of mischief make for a fun read” The Sunday Times “Wonderfully entertaining” Daily Mail “A fizzily sweet sensation” Guardian “A riot of bright colours and laugh-out-loud moments” The BookTrust “If you do ONE THING this week, go and buy this. It’s flipping awesome!”Read It Daddy “Hilarious” Parents in Touch

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Book SynopsisDeep in Bear Country, all eyes are on the treehouse as the cubs do everything they can think of to postpone their bedtime.

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Trade ReviewPRAISE FOR CHICKADEE: "A beautifully evolving story of an indigenous American family. " -- Kirkus Reviews (starred review) "Erdrich's storytelling is masterful. Readers will be more than happy to welcome little Chickadee into their hearts." -- School Library Journal (starred review) "Readers will absorb the history lesson almost by osmosis; their full attention will be riveted on the story. Every detail anticipates readers' interest." -- The Horn Book "In the fourth book in Erdrich's award-winning Birchbark House series, the focus moves to a new generation. As always, the focus is on the way-of-life details as much as the adventure. Most affecting are the descriptions of Makoons' loneliness without his brother." -- ALA Booklist "The pleasures of reading the series are not unlike those of reading Laura Ingalls Wilder: Discovering an earlier time in our country through stories of the daily lives of children." -- Newsday.com GLOWING PRAISE FOR THE BIRCHBARK HOUSE SERIES: "Based on Erdrich's own family history, the mischievous celebration will move readers, and so will the anger and sadness. What is left unspoken is as powerful as the story told." -- Booklist (starred review) "[A] lyrical narrative. Readers will want to follow this family for many seasons to come." -- Publishers Weekly (starred review) "Readers who loved Omakayas and her family in The Birchbark House (1999) have ample reason to rejoice in this beautifully contstructed sequel ... Hard not to hope for what comes next for this radiant nine-year old." -- Kirkus Reviews (starred review) Erdrich's charming pencil drawings interspersed throughout and her glossary of Ojibwe terms round out a beautiful offering. -- School Library Journal (starred review) "Erdrich's gifts are many, and she has given readers another tale full of rich details of 1850's Ojibwe life, complicated supporting characters, and all the joys and challenges of a girl becoming a woman." -- Horn Book (starred review) Why has no one written this story before? -- ALA Booklist (boxed review) "The Birchbark House establishes its own ground, in the vicinity of Laura Ingalls Wilder's Little House books." -- New York Times Book Review "Erdrich's captivating tale of four seasons portrays a deep appreciation of our environment, our history, and our Native American sisters and brothers." -- School Library Journal

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