Synopses & Reviews
A charming novel about sisterhood, self-identity, and friendship from the author of Flutter
Indie Lee Chickory knows she's not as cool as her older sister Bebe. Bebe has more friends, for one. And no one tells Bebe she's a fish freak, for two. So when Indie accidentally brings her pet lobster to school, makes a scene, loses him in the ocean and embarrasses Bebe worse than usual, she makes a wish on a star to become a better Chickory. She tries to do this by joining the stage crew of the community's theater production, The Sound of Music. (Bebe has a starring role.) But Bebe is worried that Indie will embarrass her again, so she gives her a makeover and tells her who she should be friends with. That means Owen is out. But he's fun and smart, so Indie keeps her friendship with him a secret. At night, Indie and Owen rebuild a tree house into a ship in the sky to catch Indie's pet lobster. But during the day, Indie has to hide her friendship with Owen.
When things come to a head, Indie realizes that being true to yourself is more important than being cool. But what's even more surprising is that Bebe realizes it, too.
Praise for TRACING STARS
* This improbable plot and spunky protagonist are appealing bait for a heartfelt, memorable story.”--Kirkus Reviews, starred review
* This timeless story perfectly captures the growth that summer affords kids when, after endless days and nights, they emerge truer versions of themselves.”--Booklist, starred review
Moultons sensitivity to her characters emotions extends this quiet tales mood and setting. (811 years)”--The Horn Book
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«“[A] timeless story. . . . Readers won’t soon forget Miss Indie Lee Chickory.”—
Booklist, starred review
«“A heartfelt, memorable story.”—Kirkus Reviews, starred review
“Explores themes of self-discovery and friendship.”—School Library Journal
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“A heartfelt, memorable story.”
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This timeless story perfectly captures the growth that summer affords kids when, after endless days and nights, they emerge truer versions of themselves. Readers won’t soon forget Miss Indie Lee Chickory.
Review
Moulton’s sensitivity to her characters’ emotions extends the tale’s mood and setting. The sea and the stars, ever-present yet always in motion, influence the characters’ actions while reflecting the story’s dynamics. Indie ends the book more willing than she had been to embrace change but also with a feeling of security that comes from getting to know yourself.
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Praise for TRACING STARS:
* “This improbable plot and spunky protagonist are appealing bait for a heartfelt, memorable story.” -Kirkus Reviews *STARRED*
* “This timeless story perfectly captures the growth that summer affords kids when, after endless days and nights, they emerge truer versions of themselves.” -Booklist *STARRED*
“Moultons sensitivity to her characters emotions extends this quiet tales mood and setting. (8-11 years)” -The Horn Book
Synopsis
A beautiful debut novel for fans of
The PenderwicksBig things are about to happen at Maple's house. Mama's going to have a baby, which means now there will be four Rittle sisters instead of just three. But when baby Lily is born too early and can't come home from the hospital, Maple knows it's up to her to save her sister. So she and sister Dawn, armed with a map and some leftover dinner, head off down a river and up a mountain to find the Wise Woman, who guards a pool with miraculous powers. But the dangers Maple and Dawn encounter on their journey make them realize a thing or two about miracles--and about each other.
Synopsis
Big things are about the happen at Maple's house. Mama's going to have a baby, which means now there will be four Rittle sisters instead of just three. But when baby Lily is born too early and can't come home from the hospital, Maple knows it's up to her to save her sister. So she and Dawn, armed with a map and some leftover dinner, head off down a river and up a mountain to find the Wise Woman who can grant miracles. Now it's not only Lily's survival that they have to worry about, but also their own. The dangers that Maple and Dawn encounter on their journey makes them realize a thing or two about miracles-and about each other.
About the Author
Erin E. Moulton has worked with children in libraries, schools and theaters. She's also the founder of the Kinship Writings Association. Erin graduated from the Vermont College of Fine Arts with an MFA in Writing for Children and studied there with Kathi Appelt.