About This Book
This engaging chapter book follows Charlotte, a young girl whose life takes an unexpected turn when her mother, an aspiring writer, uproots their family to Walnut Grove, Minnesota. The catch: it's the childhood home of pioneer author Laura Ingalls Wilder, a fact Charlotte finds utterly uninspiring and, frankly, annoying. As Charlotte grapples with leaving her old life behind, making new friends, and navigating sibling dynamics, she slowly begins to discover the hidden charms of her new surroundings and perhaps, a bit about herself. It's a heartwarming story about adjusting to change, finding belonging, and the unexpected ways history can connect with the present.
Charlotte struggles to adjust when her mother moves the family to Walnut Grove, Minnesota, the small, boring town where pioneer author Laura Ingalls Wilder grew up, in hopes of finding inspiration for her writing career.
Discussion Prompts
1
How did Charlotte feel about moving to Walnut Grove? Have you ever had to move or start somewhere new?
2
Why do you think Charlotte was so frustrated with Laura Ingalls Wilder at first? Did her feelings change?
3
What are some ways Charlotte tried to make new friends or find her place in Walnut Grove?
4
How did Charlotte's relationship with her mom change throughout the story? What about with her siblings?
5
If you had to move to a new town, what would be the hardest part for you? What would you look forward to?
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