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1-3Marguerite Henry's Misty Inn series.
Illustrated by
Serena Geddes.
When Willa and her family move to Chincoteague Island, Willa wonders if she'll make friends or get a pet, and whether she'll see a real Chincoteague pony. A neighboring girl at first seems standoffish but then makes an overture of friendship. Although the mild plot feels scattershot, the animal-, food-, and nature-loving narrative is very appealing, as are the sketchy line-drawn illustrations.