In 1918, fourteen-year-old Daisy's family has fallen on hard times. Her sister Elsie's fiance was recently deployed to fight in World War I, and her father's newspaper was forced to shut down for criticizing the U.S. entrance into the war. When the Spanish Flu arrives in her small town in Minnesota, Daisy tries to shield her loved ones from the devastating illness. As the influenza pandemic sweeps through the nation, can Daisy protect those closest to home?
Featuring nonfiction support material to provide historical context, a glossary, and reader response questions, this story from the Girls Survive series takes readers to one of history's most important moments and explores the impact of the 1918 flu pandemic through the eyes of one girl.
Recommended Age | 7 - 10 |
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Author | Julie Kathleen Gilbert |
Illustrator | Matt Forsyth |
ISBN | 1496592158 |
Publication Date | Feb 1, 2020 |
Publisher | Capstone Press |
Series Name | Girls Survive |
Language | English |