Caddie Woodlawn

An illustrated edition of the Newberry Medal–winning Caddie Woodlawn, which has been captivating young readers since 1935.

Caddie Woodlawn is a real adventurer. She'd rather hunt than sew and plow than bake, and tries to beat her brother's dares every chance she gets.

Caddie is friends with Indians, who scare most of the neighbors—neighbors who, like her mother and sisters, don't understand her at all.

Caddie is brave, and her story is special because it's based on the life and memories of Carol Ryrie Brink's grandmother, the real Caddie Woodlawn. Her spirit and sense of fun have made this book a classic that readers have taken to their hearts for more than seventy years.

This is a wonderful story about a family in the 1860's. A great read-aloud option!

Conversation topics include: A man is ashamed of his Indian wife and sends her back to her own people...she leaves her sons with him. There's mention of fairies and witches in a song that is being sung.

Character traits demonstrated: kindness and bravery.