Tennyson

Reach for this book when your child is grappling with a major family disruption, such as a move or a parent's absence, and needs a story about finding stability in the midst of chaos. Set during the Great Depression, it follows eleven year old Tennyson and her sister as they are sent to live with an eccentric aunt in a crumbling Louisiana plantation house. The story explores themes of abandonment, the weight of family history, and the healing power of language and poetry. It is ideal for children aged 8 to 12 who appreciate a more atmospheric, lyrical reading experience. This book offers a safe space to discuss the complicated feelings of missing a parent while discovering that resilience can be found in unexpected places, like the verses of a poem or the roots of a family tree.