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North, Grace May
1876
1960
Warren, Elisabeth B.
Dixie Martin, the Girl of Woodford's Cañon
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"Dixie Martin, the Girl of Woodford's Cañon" by Grace May North is a novel written in the early 20th century. The story revolves around twelve-year-old Dixie Martin, who takes on the responsibilities of a mother for her three younger siblings after their parents' untimely deaths. Set in the picturesque yet challenging landscape of the Sierra Nevada mountains, the novel explores themes of family, duty, and the struggles of growing up in a harsh environment. At the start of the book, we meet Dixie as she navigates the daily challenges of family life, taking care of her siblings, including the spirited Carolina and the youngest, Jimmy-Boy. The morning is filled with both chaos and excitement as the family prepares for the arrival of a new teacher in their small mountain school. As the narrative unfolds, the contrast between Dixie's responsibilities and the dreams of a better life for her siblings becomes apparent. The interactions between the children highlight their different personalities and ambitions, setting the stage for the story's exploration of community, education, and the enduring bonds of family amidst adversity. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Reading ease score: 78.9 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
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Orphans -- Juvenile fiction
Siblings -- Juvenile fiction
Children -- Juvenile fiction
Teachers -- Juvenile fiction
Sierra Nevada (Calif. and Nev.) -- Juvenile fiction
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Category: Children & Young Adult Reading
Category: Novels
Category: American Literature
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