Strawberry Moon

by Becky Citra

tagged: pre-confederation (to 1867), values & virtues, multigenerational

Description

The year is 1838 and Ellie's grandmother has arrived all the way from England. Ellie is horrified to discover that the forbidding old woman intends to take her back to Britain to be raised properly. Ellie is determined that she will not go, but what can a nine-year-old girl do in the face of an adult with her mind made up?

About the Author

Becky Citra is the author of 23 award-winning books for children and teens, including Rachel Bird, winner of the The Whippoorwill Award. A retired school teacher, she enjoys connecting with children through library and school visits. She lives on a ranch in British Columbia and spends the winters on Saltspring Island.

Age:: 9 to 12
Grade:: 4 to 7
Reading age:: 9 to 12

Awards

Short-listed, Chocolate Lily Book Awards
Commended, Canadian Children's Book Centre (CCBC) Our Choice

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