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A review by michellewatson
A Lion to Guard Us by Clyde Robert Bulla
4.0
This is historical fiction for, like, first or second graders, which is not all that common in the world of chapter books. This would make a great easy reader for an older kid who needs reading support. The chapters are short and the story moves quickly.
It’s the story of a 10-year-old-ish girl who must take responsibility for her younger brother and sister. Their father was part of the Jamestown settlement, and their mother stayed behind with them in England, intending to follow him with the kids when he sent word that it was safe to come. But, she sickens and dies, leaving the kids dependent upon the goodwill of the mistress of the house in which they work. The protagonist has to decide what to do next.
This book is positively stripped of anything extraneous. But, there’s a lot left to fuel thought (and discussion) with any kid who can grasp the subject matter.
It’s the story of a 10-year-old-ish girl who must take responsibility for her younger brother and sister. Their father was part of the Jamestown settlement, and their mother stayed behind with them in England, intending to follow him with the kids when he sent word that it was safe to come. But, she sickens and dies, leaving the kids dependent upon the goodwill of the mistress of the house in which they work. The protagonist has to decide what to do next.
This book is positively stripped of anything extraneous. But, there’s a lot left to fuel thought (and discussion) with any kid who can grasp the subject matter.