Five Little Peppers and How They Grew (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9789359320939)

"Five Little Peppers and How They Grew" by Margaret Sidney is a heartwarming and enduring children's novel that follows the adventures of the Pepper family - widowed mother Mamsie and her five children: Ben, Polly, Joel, Davie, and Phronsie. The story is set in a poor and loving home and illustrates the Peppers' difficulties and triumphs while they negotiate poverty, learn key lessons about life, and love their close family bonds. The work highlights the simple joys of youth, the Peppers' resourcefulness in the face of adversity, and their unconditional love and support for one another. Each Pepper child has their own personality, which makes them readily available and endearing to readers of all ages. The Peppers show tenacity and determination as they face numerous challenges, reflecting the ideals of hard work, honesty, and kindness. Margaret Sidney communicates key lessons about the value of humility, thankfulness, and the benefits of a close-knit family life through the perspective of the Pepper family.

Author: Margaret Sidney
ISBN-10: 9359320935
ISBN-13: 9789359320939
Publisher: Double 9 Books
Language: English
Published: 11/01/2023
Pages: 200
Format: Paperback
Weight: 0.57lbs
Size: 8.50h x 5.50w x 0.46d

Accelerated Reader:
Reading Level: 7.9
Point Value: 13
Interest Level: Middle Grade
Quiz #/Name: 113 / Five Little Peppers and How They Grew