Lyddie
Lyddie by Katherine Paterson is a historical juvenile fiction novel published by Penguin in January 1995. This edition spans 208 pages and is presented in English. The story follows Lyddie and her younger brother as they are hired out as servants to help pay off their family’s debts. Lyddie’s determination to reunite her family leads her to the textile mills in Lowell, Massachusetts, where she faces challenges that may alter her dreams of returning home.
Readers will find a narrative rich in historical detail, exploring themes of poverty, family, and social issues in 19th-century America. As Lyddie navigates her new life, the story delves into her grit and personal growth amidst the struggles of her circumstances. This edition also includes an educator’s guide aligned with common core standards, making it a resource for both individual readers and educational settings.
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From two-time Newbery award-winning author Katherine Paterson.
When Lyddie and her younger brother are hired out as servants to help pay off their family farm’s debts, Lyddie is determined to find a way to reunite her family once again. Hearing about all the money a girl can make working in the textile mills in Lowell, Massachusetts, she makes her way there, only to find that her dreams of returning home may never come true.
Includes an all-new common core aligned educator’s guide.
“Rich in historical detail…a superb story of grit, determination, and personal growth.” —The Horn Book, starred review
“Lyddie is full of life, full of lives, full of reality.” —The New York Times Book Review
An ALA Notable Book
An ALA Best Book for Young Adults
A Booklist Editor’s Choice
American Bookseller “Pick of the Lists”
School Library Journal Best Book
Parents magazine Best Book
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