Description
Patricia MacLachlan, Newbery Medal-winning author of Sarah, Plain and Tall, weaves a poignant story that celebrates how our unique “small truths” make each of us magical and brave in our own ways.
When Robbie spends the summer at his grandmother Maddy’s house, he revels in his grandmother’s easy, relaxed ways. Robbie has always felt as if something is missing in his life–his parents don’t always act like they love him. Maddy helps him understand that an experience his mother had long ago is at the heart of the problem in his family. With this knowledge, Robbie finds the courage to try to make things right.
Publishers Weekly Best Children’s Book
ALA Booklist Notable Children’s Books Nominee
New York Public Library’s 100 Titles for Reading and Sharing
When Robbie spends the summer at his grandmother Maddy’s house, he revels in his grandmother’s easy, relaxed ways. Robbie has always felt as if somehting is missing in his life — his parents didn’t always act like they love him. Maddy helps him understand that an experience his mother had long ago is at the heart of the problem in his family. With this knowledge, Robbie finds the courage to make things right.
Katherine Tegen Books
Juvenile Fiction
Animals
Edition: Dogs, Juvenile Fiction
Keywords: Animals
