Books About Appalachia

The Best Appalachia Books for Kids

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Looking for excellent children's books about appalachia? This collection brings together Bookroo's highest-rated and most useful picks in one place.

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Missing May
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Chapter Book · Ages 9–12 · 1992

Missing May

By Cynthia Rylant

Summer and Ob seek a sign to move past their grief and find hope again.

Newbery Medal (1993)Boston Globe–Horn Book Award (1992)
89 pages· 17,463 words· Est. 2 hour read
3.8/5 Goodreads · 13,401 ratings
$6.99Save 4%
Summary: Summer and her Uncle Ob are lost in grief after losing May, their guiding light. Ob's passion for crafting whirligigs fades, leaving them adrift. Desperate for a sign from May, they embark on a journey of healing. Will they find the message they need to embrace life once more? Discover a touching tale of love, loss, and renewal.
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