Mine for Keeps facts for kids
First edition
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| Author | Jean Little |
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| Illustrator | Lewis Parker |
| Country | Canada |
| Language | English |
| Genre | Children's literature |
| Publisher | Little, Brown & Co. |
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Publication date
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1962 |
| OCLC | 522612 |
Mine for Keeps is a children's book written in 1962 by Jean Little. She was a Canadian author. At the time, Jean Little taught at a school for children with disabilities. She wrote this book because she was tired of stories where disabled characters either died or were completely cured. Books like Heidi or The Secret Garden often showed this. Mine for Keeps tells a more realistic story about a child living with a disability.
Sally's Journey
The main character is nine-year-old Sally. She was born with cerebral palsy, which affects her movement. Sally has spent the last five years at a special school. This school helped her with her physical therapy. She often dreamed of living at home with her family.
A New Beginning
Sally's dream comes true when a new school opens near her family's house. This means she can finally live at home. She will also attend a regular school. This is a big change for Sally. She has to get used to a new way of life.
Facing Challenges
Starting a new school is always a challenge. Sally also has to make new friends. But for Sally, these challenges are even bigger. She has to deal with her disability in a new environment. The book shows how Sally learns to adjust. It explores her unique problems and how she overcomes them.
