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Description
In her fictionalized journal, eleven-year-old Minnie Swift recounts how her family dealt with the difficult times during the Depression and how the arrival of an orphan from Texas changed their lives in Indianapolis just before Christmas 1932.
Quick Summary
Minnie Swift's diary reads like secrets from a clever best friend, and her family's struggle during the Depression takes an exciting turn when a mysterious orphan from Texas arrives just before Christmas. Kids will love her sassy personality, her relatable dreams of wanting nice things during hard times, and the heartwarming way she transforms from jealous to loving toward her unexpected houseguest. If your kid loves the Dear America series or wants historical fiction with a modern, approachable voice, they'll devour this. Perfect for ages 9-12 in grades 4-7.