Caddie Woodlawn by Carol Ryrie Brink, 242 pages
Caddie Woodlawn is an 11-year-old girl who is brave, whip smart, and has a big, caring heart. Living in the wilds of Wisconsin, Caddie spends her days roaming with her brothers and her trusty dog Nero. Much to the consternation of her mother, Caddie would rather spend all day in the sun picking berries, befriending Indians, and fixing pocket watches than practice being a lady. But the year passes with its triumphs and tragedies, leaving Caddie to realize that change--and growing up--isn't so bad.
Caddie Woodlawn was a great favorite of mine as a kid, and after I picked up a copy at the STL book fair, I had a wonderfully nostalgic pioneer vacation. The Little House series gets a lot of love, but I prefer Caddie Woodlawn.
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