Sarah Plain and Tall

What a pleasant book!  I liked this story but did expect a bit more “drama.”  I thought it was well written and did enjoy reading the book and feel younger intermediate-aged students would like the story.  I feel students who have faced the trauma of losing a mother or parent will relate to the sadness this book portrayed in the beginning when the father is sad and no longer sings with his children.  The children get to experience their father coming to life after meeting Sarah and forming a bond with her.  Although I liked this story, I’m surprised it won the Newberry award as I expected more of a cliffhanger but suitable for a young audience.