Elsie Mae Has Something to Say

By Nancy J. Cavanaugh,

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Elsie Mae Has Something to Say is the perfect book for middle school girls and summer reading book for kids.

From the award-winning author of This Journal Belongs to Ratchet, comes a sweet and uplifting coming of age tale about friendship, sensitivity, and the importance of protecting our planet, making…

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1 author picked Elsie Mae Has Something to Say as one of their favorite books. Why do they recommend it?

Elsie Mae Has Something to Say! is about a girl visiting her grandparents for the summer and uncovering the mysteries of the Okefenokee swamp.

What I love about the book: the vivid setting and atmosphere, the special bond with grandparents, and the natural magic of having a cousin in your camp—not quite a brother, not just a friend, but family. It’s about discovering a place so magical that you are willing to speak up for it.

In taking the risk, she gains a pet dog named “Huck”, helps catch the hog thieves, and finds out what’s good (and what’s tricky)…

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