In Grandma's Attic
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Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 1974 · Est. 3.5 hour read

In Grandma's Attic

By Arleta Richardson, Patrice Barton (Illustrator)

Part of the Grandma’s Attic series

A young girl uncovers timeless life lessons through her grandmother's enchanting tales of mischief and discovery.

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144 pages· 23,441 words· Est. 3.5 hour read
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A young girl is captivated by her grandmother's enchanting tales of the past, filled with mischief, discovery, and laughter. As keepsakes spark memories, stories unfold of lost buggies and cherished moments. Each tale offers more than nostalgia, revealing timeless lessons of life and faith. Journey back to the late nineteenth century, where every story is a treasure trove of wisdom and wonder. What secrets will the past reveal, and how will they shape the present?

From the publisher

A young girl delights in her grandmother’s stories of days gone by, sparked by keepsakes and simple questions, Grandma shares marvelous stories of mischief, discovery, and laughter, such as the time she accidentally lost the family buggy. Part of the bestselling Grandma’s Attic series, these charming tales–updated with delightful new illustrations–will whisk you away to another time and place. And you’ll find something worth far more than any treasure or keepsake…timeless lessons of life and faith!

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Format
Pages
144
Words
23,441
Reading age
8–12
Audience
Middle Grade
Themes & topics
Books about AmericaBooks about familyBooks about the elderlyBooks about girls and womenBooks about values and virtues
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Book details

Publication
Published
April 1, 2011
First published
January 1, 1974
Publisher
David C. Cook
Edition
Language
English
Type
Chapter Book
Identifiers
ISBN
9780781403795

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