Firefly Season by Cynthia Leitich Smith, Kate Gardiner
Published by HarperCollinsChildren’sBooks ISBN: 0063274442
Genres: Emotions & Feelings, Realistic Fiction
Format: Picture Book Fiction
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Seven year old Piper’s family lives in Kansas City and she cherishes the trips they take to visit their relatives in Cherokee Nation and Muscogee Nation. When a new friend named Sumi moves next door to Piper, the two become very close, and are upset when Piper’s family has to move away. Life goes on and their bond continues, with each family inviting the friends to visit relatives with them, strengthening the friendship and expanding the circle of family. A great book for anyone feeling stressed about a move or anticipating a big change in family or friend dynamics.

Reviewed by Sarah Maciejewski, Patten Free Library, Bath