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Description
Placed in a group foster home, eleven-year-old Cal Lavender learns how to cope with life from the four other girls who live there and from their storytelling guardian, the Knitting Lady.
Quick Summary
With a foster home run by a quirky guardian who spins stories like magic and four girls who become sisters, Cal Lavender discovers that family isn't about blood but about the bonds you build when life gets messy. The humor, heart, and the Knitting Lady's wildly creative tales make every chapter feel like sitting in a warm circle of friends sharing secrets and laughs. If your kid likes Wonder or Bridge to Terabithia, they'll fall in love with this heartfelt story about finding your people. Perfect for kids in grades 4 through 8 who love stories about friendship, resilience, and the power of a good story.