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Realistic fiction set in a trailer park is unusual; many kids will see themselves reflected in Claire and Ronan. Recommended for most collections, especially where contemporary, realistic coming-of-age stories are needed.
The American chestnut tree once dotted the landscape in the eastern United States, but a mysterious blight began to wipe the trees out in the early twentieth century due to a fungus accidentally imported with Japanese and Chinese chestnut trees...
Although the sample dialogue feels a bit staged, it adeptly illustrates a parent's role. Those with the confidence and consistency to implement the practices introduced here will find Walker's approach useful.
Although the sample dialogue feels a bit staged, it adeptly illustrates a parent's role. Those with the confidence and consistency to implement the practices introduced here will find Walker's approach useful.
This fascinating and well-sourced tale will appeal to students interested in environmental issues, biology, and ecology. It could easily be integrated into science class units.
Realistic fiction set in a trailer park is unusual; many kids will see themselves reflected in Claire and Ronan. Recommended for most collections, especially where contemporary, realistic coming-of-age stories are needed.
A worthy addition to the canon of books depicting young gardeners transforming spaces and lives, such as Sarah Stewart's The Gardener and Peter Brown's The Curious Garden.