Five Little Peppers and How They Grew

"The Peppers'' good spirits, their love for each other, and their pleasure in simple homemade fun still charms me." —Betsy Byars, Newbery Medal–winning author"One of the seminal books of American children''s fiction." —AudioFile MagazineMrs. Pepper and her five lively children Ben, Polly, Joel, Davie, and Phronsie have had many hard times in the Little Brown House since the children''s father died. But no matter how tough things get, the Little Peppers always handle their difficulties with great courage and cheer. They have learned to take delight even in the smallest of pleasures because the children are sure that good times are just around the corner. One day, the Peppers meet a wealthy gentleman and his young son who will change their lives forever. Could this finally be the beginning of the good times the Little Peppers have been waiting for?