Sarah, Plain and Tall
Author(s): Patricia MacLachlan
This beloved Newbery Medal–winning book is the first of five books in Patricia MacLachlan's chapter book series about the Witting family.
Set in the late nineteenth century and told from young Anna's point of view, Sarah, Plain and Tall tells the story of how Sarah Elisabeth Wheaton comes from Maine to the prairie to answer Papa's advertisement for a wife and mother. Before Sarah arrives, Anna and her younger brother Caleb wait and wonder. Will Sarah be nice? Will she sing? Will she stay?
This children's literature classic is perfect for fans of Laura Ingalls Wilder's Little House on the Prairie books, historical fiction, and timeless stories using rich and beautiful language. Sarah, Plain and Tall gently explores themes of abandonment, loss and love.
This anniversary edition includes author Patricia MacLachlan's Newbery speech, a discussion guide, and a reading list. This modern classic is a strong choice for independent reading.
Read the rest of the Sarah books by Patricia MacLachlan: Skylark, Caleb’s Story, More Perfect than the Moon, and Grandfather’s Dance.
Review(s):
Christopher Award, New York Times Outstanding Book, Library of Congress Children’s Books, Garden State Children's Book Award (New Jersey), Horn Book Fanfare, Golden Kite Award, IRA/CBC Children's Choice, Scott O'Dell Award for Historical Fiction, ALA Booklist “Best of the ’80s”, ALA Booklist Editors’ Choice, Charlie May Simon Book Award (Arkansas), ALA Notable Children’s Book, Jefferson Cup Award (Virginia), Newbery Medal, School Library Journal Best Book, Notable Children’s Book in the Language Arts (NCTE)
ISBN: 9780062399526