MARVELOUS MIDDLE
GRADE MONDAY
The Penderwicks: A Summer Tale of Four Sisters, Two Rabbits and
a Very Interesting Boy
By Jeanne Birdsall
I was very happy to find The Penderwick series. The first
book in the series is “A Summer Tale of Four Sisters.” The Penderwicks spend
three weeks at a cottage on the grounds of Arundel Mansion, when their usual
summer cottage isn’t available. Their misadventures are perfectly delightful.
They meet new friends, have flights of fantasy, adventures, and play that I hope
and wish for kids nowadays. And—oh joy—this is just the first book of a five
book series!
The Penderwicks—four sisters: Rosalind, Skye, Jane, and little Batty, and their father—believe in
honor and truth, but also in taking care of each other and having fun. Each
sister is different with her own personality and interests. Seeing them
interact as a family and in their own unique world outlook, is as much a part
of the fun as are the misadventures they get into. There's even a wonderful dog, named Hound.
I can’t tell you about one adventure or mishap without giving away some of the delight of discovery. This is a book that girls will enjoy, and even boys will find the action and adventures appealing. There's humor, fun, hijinks, puppy love, friendship and family dynamics. Highly recommended for ages 8-10, or even age 8-12.
I can’t tell you about one adventure or mishap without giving away some of the delight of discovery. This is a book that girls will enjoy, and even boys will find the action and adventures appealing. There's humor, fun, hijinks, puppy love, friendship and family dynamics. Highly recommended for ages 8-10, or even age 8-12.
Tags:
Jeanne Birdsall, The Penderwicks, Rosalind, Jane, Skye, Batty, Jeffrey, Churchie, Cagney, Miss Tifton, Dexter, rabbits, Hound, hedges, gardens, frog pond, adventures, soccer, baking brownies, writing, flowers, Mr. Penderwick, summer.
Reviewed by:
Penelope Anne Cole
Award Winning Author of Magical Matthew and Magical Mea
and Mágico Mateo (Spanish) and Mágica Mea (Spanish)
Award Winning Author of Magical Matthew and Magical Mea
and Mágico Mateo (Spanish) and Mágica Mea (Spanish)
New: Magical Mea Goes
to School
Coming soon: Mágica
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