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Description
When an invitation to join Miss Emily in the garden appears, Mattie, Ned, Sally, and Mac know they are in for some fun because Miss Emily, Emily Dickinson to the rest of us, always has a surprise in store for her young friends.
Quick Summary
In this historical fiction tale, four young friends named Mattie, Ned, Sally, and Mac receive mysterious invitations to visit Miss Emily (the reclusive poet Emily Dickinson) in her garden, where each encounter reveals unexpected surprises and life lessons. The book explores themes of friendship, curiosity, and the wonder of discovering poetry through the unique lens of a beloved American poet. If your kid enjoys "From the Mixed-Up Files of Mrs. Basil E. Frankweiler" by E.L. Konigsburg, they'll love this imaginative blend of real historical figures and child-friendly adventures. This book is ideal for fourth through sixth graders who enjoy mysteries and historical fiction, particularly those reading at a 5.3 AR level.