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The Hundred Dresses by Eleanor Estes, Louis Slobodkin, Jim Stelljes, Louis Slobodkin, Estes | Firefly & Fern

The Hundred Dresses

Name: The Hundred Dresses
Availability: InStock
ISBN: 9787530739808

by Eleanor Estes, Louis Slobodkin, Jim Stelljes, Louis Slobodkin, Estes

Ages 8–12middle-grademoderatefriendship bullying acceptance empathy class differences self-worth

Firefly & Fern Summary

The Hundred Dresses is a timeless classic about belonging and acceptance that follows Wanda Petronski, a poor Polish-American girl who claims to have one hundred beautiful dresses at home. When her classmates discover the truth, they must grapple with the consequences of their thoughtlessness and learn valuable lessons about empathy and kindness. This poignant yet hopeful story teaches children that everyone deserves respect, regardless of their background or circumstances.

Publisher

Harcourt Brace

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ISBN

9787530739808

Published

1944-01-01

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