About This Book
Reach for this book when your child is struggling with a significant life change, such as a move or a parent being away from home, and needs to see that they can find hidden strengths in unfamiliar places. Set in 1915, the story follows Millie as she leaves the comfort of Toronto for a working farm. Through hard labor and a daring river rescue, she discovers that her perspective on what is 'hard' or 'scary' can shift as she grows in empathy and resilience. It is an ideal choice for elementary-aged readers who feel overwhelmed by new responsibilities or transitions. Parents will appreciate how it gently explores historical hardship through a lens of hope, helping children realize that they are more capable than they first believe, even when life feels different than it used to.
