Doll Baby

This tender chapter book explores the journey of Ellie, a fifteen-year-old who becomes a single mother. It contrasts her childhood play with a doll, Daisy, with the profound realities of caring for her infant daughter, Angelica. The story sensitively portrays the immense responsibility, love, and challenges that come with young parenthood, highlighting Ellie's growth and resilience. It's a gentle yet honest look at a complex life moment, suitable for sparking conversations about responsibility, empathy, and the meaning of family for children aged 7-11, and for younger children as a read-aloud.

When she was a child, Ellie pushed her doll Daisy in a toy carriage. Now a single mother at 15, she pushes her infant daughter, Angelica, in a stroller. (only 48 pages)