Here Today (novel) facts for kids
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| Author | Ann M. Martin |
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| Country | United States |
| Language | English |
| Genre | Children novel |
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2004 |
| Media type | Print (Hardback & Paperback) |
| ISBN | 978-0-439-57944-5 |
Here Today is a children's novel written by Ann M. Martin. It was first published in 2004. The story takes place in the 1960s. It follows an 11-year-old girl named Ellie. Her mother is not very responsible, and her brothers and sisters often argue. Ellie and her best friend, Holly, face bullying and feel ignored.
Exploring the Story of Ellie
The main character is Eleanor Roosevelt Dingman, who everyone calls Ellie. She is 11 years old and lives on Witch Tree Lane. This street is in a town called Spectacle, New York. Many kids who live on Witch Tree Lane are not liked by other students at school.
Ellie's Challenges and Friendships
Ellie and her best friend, Holly, often have a tough time. The popular girls at their school, known as the Sparrows, are usually mean to them. However, things quiet down for a while after the death of President John F. Kennedy.
Ellie's life changes a lot when her mother, Doris Day Dingman, decides to become a performer. Doris feels that life is short. She goes to New York to start her show business career. This leaves her children and husband to manage on their own.
Ellie Takes Charge
Doris's move to New York means Ellie has to take care of her family. Her mother was already distant, and now she is gone. Ellie's father works hard and loves his family, but he is often away.
Ellie soon learns that she is stronger than she thought. She realizes she can change her life, no matter how difficult things seem. When Doris decides to move even further away to Hollywood, Ellie feels she has had enough.
Fortunately, Ellie's father finds a new job. This job pays better and has shorter hours. This allows him to spend more time with Ellie and her siblings.
