In 1778, as British soldiers approach their farm, Letty Wright and her family must flee, leaving everything behind—even Letty's beloved goose, Solomon. Letty scribbles a desperate note, begging for Solomon's life. Based on a true story, this remarkable Level 3 I Can Read Book shimmers with both the power of fine historical fiction and the wonder of the human heart.
In 1778, as British soldiers approach their farm, Letty Wright and her family must flee, leaving everything behind—even Letty's beloved goose, Solomon. Letty scribbles a desperate note, begging for Solomon's life. Based on a true story, this remarkable Level 3 I Can Read Book shimmers with both the power of fine historical fiction and the wonder of the human heart.
The British are coming The American Revolution is being fought in the hills around Letty Wright's family's farm, and the Wrights must flee to safety. There is no time for Letty to bring Solomon the gander. Letty hopes the British don't hurt Solomon, but hungry soldiers aren't known for their kindness. Eight-year-old Letty tries the only thing she can think of to save him—and is as surprised as the other colonists when it works. Based on a remarkable, true story, this unusual tale will linger in the minds of all who read it.
Sally M. Walker's many award-winning books bring history and science alive for young readers. Her books include the Robert F. Sibert Medal winner "Secrets Of A Civil War Submarine: Solving the Mysteries of the H. L. Hunley" and the Revolutionary War story "The 18 Penny Goose" (an I Can Read Book). Ms. Walker lives in DeKalb, Illinois.
The British are coming! The American Revolution is being fought in the hills around Letty Wright's family's farm, and the Wrights must flee to safety. There is no time for Letty to bring Solomon the gander. Letty hopes the British don't hurt Solomon, but hungry soldiers aren't known for their kindness. Eight-year-old Letty tries the only thing she can think of to save him--and is as surprised as the other colonists when it works. Based on a remarkable, true story, this unusual tale will linger in the minds of all who read it.
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