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Nolen, Jerdine

Calico Girl

165 pp. | Simon/Wiseman | February, 2017 | Trade ISBN 978-1-4814-5981-5 $16.99
(3) 4-6 In 1861 at the start of the Civil War, twelve-year-old Callie's enslaved family seeks refuge at the Union outpost at Fort Monroe, Virginia, where Callie is able to attend school. The family's story is told in expressive language, and timeless sentiments undergird the stark scenes. Inspired by true events, the book includes a wealth of contextual matter. Timeline, websites. Bib.
Reviewer: Lauren Causey

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