Jack and Jill by Louisa May Alcott, young adult classic, ages 9 and up.
5 stars out of 5
Jack and Jill went up the hill
to coast with fun and laughter.
Jack fell down and broke his crown,
and Jill came tumbling after.
Thus this classic novel begins, and the reader need not be familiar with any other of Alcott's works to read this treat. The two main characters (Jack and Jill, of course), as suggested by the rhyme above, go sledding down a tricky hill and receive numerous injuries that land Jack and Jill in bed for many months. During this time the children learn more and grow more spiritually, physically, and emotionally. When they finally come out from bedrest their lives are all changed for the better. Told in Alcott's classic style for her stories, this book is very inspiring for one's own self-improvement. Great for a family read-aloud!
reviewed by Belinda Z., age 12
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