Bert Breen's Barn facts for kids
First edition
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| Author | Walter D. Edmonds |
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| Illustrator | Eric Sloane |
| Language | English |
| Genre | Children's novel |
| Publisher | Little, Brown and Company |
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Publication date
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1975 |
| LC Class | PZ7.E247 Be 1991 (later edition) |
Bert Breen's Barn is an exciting historical novel for young readers. It was written by Walter D. Edmonds and first came out in 1975. The story takes place in the early 1900s.
The main character is Tom Dolan. He is a young man who lives in the northern Adirondack region. Tom is very poor, but he dreams of finding a hidden treasure. He believes this treasure is buried under an old building called Bert Breen's Barn.
Contents
What is Bert Breen's Barn About?
Bert Breen's Barn is a book about adventure and hope. It tells the story of Tom Dolan's quest. He wants to find a fortune that he thinks is hidden. This fortune is supposedly under an old barn.
Who is Tom Dolan?
Tom Dolan is the main character in the story. He is a young man from a poor family. He lives in the beautiful, wild Adirondack Mountains. Tom is determined to change his life. He believes finding the treasure will help his family.
When Does the Story Take Place?
The novel is set in the early 1900s. This was a time when life was very different. People often worked hard on farms. Many families lived simply. The book gives readers a look into this past time.
Awards for Bert Breen's Barn
Bert Breen's Barn was a very popular book. It won an important award.
What Award Did the Book Win?
In 1976, the book won the National Book Award for Young People's Literature. This award is given to excellent books. It celebrates great writing for young readers. Winning this award showed how special the book was.
