Fourth-grader Sparrow is energetic. Her exuberance, however, causes trouble. Like breaking Mrs. LaRose's hip. Like telling her class she had seven cats (really, Mrs. LaRose has the seven cats). Like breaking a coffee cup in a cafe. Like passing a note during class and getting caught. OR her exuberance can accomplish the impossible. Like finding a home for seven cats plus kittens! It is just "Sparrow being Sparrow".
A book featuring a relatable girl with loving parents. A great book for those readers who love Junie B. Jones (a lot better story and character than Junie B.) and Romana Quimby.
*Highly recommend.
Considerations: Sparrow has never been to church. When she and her parents initially attend, her views on church are not positive. The Sunday school lessons were not focused on actual Bible stories. The church observes the Blessing of the Animals day, which some readers may not understand if they attend an evangelical church. Sparrow's opinion of church evolves as the novel progresses.
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