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Description
Whistle Down the Wind is a children's novel set in rural Lancashire, England, where three siblings discover a mysterious stranger hiding in their barn. The children believe the man might be Jesus, while the adults in the village search for him, convinced he is an escaped convict. The story follows the children's efforts to protect the stranger from the grown-ups who want to turn him over to the authorities.
Quick Summary
When a mysterious stranger hides in a barn, a group of children in rural England make a daring decision to protect him, convinced he might actually be Jesus himself. Kids will root for the young heroes as they outsmart grown-ups searching for what they think is an escaped convict, experiencing the thrill of secret-keeping and standing up for what they believe in. If your kid loves "The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe" where children encounter the extraordinary, they'll be captivated by this tale of faith, courage, and childhood adventure. Ideal for kids ages 7-9 in grades 2-4 who enjoy stories about kids being brave and making a difference.