Blog posts by Sarah Johnson

5 Historical Fiction Books For Winter

Sarah Johnson; Emily

These five titles make excellent picks for readers interested in historical fiction: made up stories that take place during real historical times or events.  Ideal for readers aged 7-12, these books transport readers to Depression-era Key West, the 1860s Great Plains, and 1970s California, among others. Paper Wishes by Lois Sephban When 10-year-old Manami and her family are suddenly ordered to move to a prison camp just because they're Japanese, Manami loses her voice and can only speak through her drawings.  Pair with Weedflower by Cynthia Kadohata or Remembering Manzanar:…