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Reviewed on February 1, 2014 | Grades 5-8
Gr 5–8—Growing up in Depression-era Chicago, Esther desperately wants her immigrant mother to be more affectionate. Faced with her father's job loss, the family moves to a small farm in Wisconsin to start over. Esther welcomes the adventure to be had in this new life-a dog, a good friend, and especially the chance to be like the pioneers. Embracing a home without electricity or running water doesn't daunt her mother and Est...Log In or Sign Up to Read More
Horn Book Guide
Reviewed on January 1, 2014
Esther's father loses his job in the midst of the Great Depression and sees moving to the country as the family's o...Log In or Sign Up to Read More
