Ida B
256
Novel • Fiction
Wisconsin • Contemporary
2004
Middle grade
8-12 years
970L
In Ida B, a young girl named Ida B. Applewood, who deeply loves her life, her family, and her family's apple orchard, faces significant upheaval when her mother falls ill with cancer, leading to financial strain, the sale of part of their orchard, and Ida's transition from being home-schooled to attending public school, where she struggles with anger and isolation before slowly learning to adapt and reconnect with those around her.
Contemplative
Bittersweet
Heartwarming
Nostalgic
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Ida B by Katherine Hannigan wins praise for its engaging and emotional narrative about a young girl's resilience and creativity when faced with challenging changes in her life. Readers commend the vivid characterization and relatable themes. However, some find the plot predictable and the pacing slow at times. Overall, it's favored for its heartwarming and inspirational message.
Readers who would enjoy Ida B by Katherine Hannigan are typically middle-grade students who appreciate heartwarming tales of resilience and personal growth. Fans of Sharon Creech’s Walk Two Moons or Katherine Paterson’s Bridge to Terabithia will find similar emotional depth and character-driven storytelling in this book.
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Ida B by Katherine Hannigan was named a Children's Book of the Year by Publishers Weekly, recognizing its widespread acclaim and popularity.
The book has been celebrated for its strong voice, with Ida B's character often cited as having a unique and engaging narrative style that appeals to both children and adults.
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Katherine Hannigan used her personal experiences in nature and rural settings as inspiration for the vivid and detailed environments depicted in the story.
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256
Novel • Fiction
Wisconsin • Contemporary
2004
Middle grade
8-12 years
970L
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