Clara and Davie: The True Story of Young Clara Barton Founder of the Red Cross
Author: Polacco, Patricia
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Clara Barton grew up to be a famous Civil War nurse but grew up as a girl with a lisp, whose talent for healing was encouraged by her doting older brother Davie.
Quick Summary
Young Clara Barton overcame an embarrassing lisp to become one of America's most heroic nurses, and her loving older brother Davie believed in her when no one else did. Kids will root for Clara as she transforms from a shy girl who could not say her own name right into a brave healer who patches up injured animals and eventually saves Civil War soldiers. If your kid loves the sibling magic in "Sheila Rae the Brave" or the underdog triumph of "Thank You, Mr. Falker," they will adore this heartwarming true story. Perfect for kindergarten through third graders who enjoy stories about overcoming obstacles and the power of family support.