About This Book
Reach for this book when your child is standing on the threshold of big kid responsibilities and needs a boost of confidence. It is a perfect choice for the child who feels nervous about being left in charge or who is adjusting to a new sibling in the house. Set in a 1870s Métis settlement, the story follows Angelique as she manages the household during a fierce blizzard while her mother is away. Through Angelique's journey, children see that bravery is not the absence of fear, but the willingness to keep going for the sake of those you love. It is a gentle yet stirring historical adventure that models resilience and family loyalty for readers ages 8 to 12. Parents will appreciate how it frames household chores and sibling care as heroic acts of maturity.
