Somewhere Around the Corner facts for kids
First edition
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| Author | Jackie French |
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| Country | Australia |
| Language | English |
| Genre | Children's historical fiction |
| Publisher | Angus and Robertson |
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Publication date
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1994 |
| ISBN | 0207183597 |
Somewhere Around the Corner is an exciting children's novel by Australian author Jackie French. It was her very first historical story. The book follows the adventures of a girl from 1994 who is homeless. She magically travels "around the corner" to a completely different time: the Great Depression.
Contents
The Story of Barbara's Journey
A Frightening Start
The story begins with a girl named Barbara. She gets caught in a big, noisy protest. Barbara feels scared and wants to get away. An old man she meets there gives her some advice. He tells her to close her eyes and walk "around the corner." He says she will find a better place.
Traveling Through Time
Barbara follows the old man's advice. She travels back about 62 years in time. The place she finds herself in is Sydney, Australia, in 1932. This was during the worst part of the Great Depression. Life was very hard for many people then. Families struggled to find enough food and work.
Meeting a New Family
A kind boy named Young Jim helps Barbara. He takes her to meet his family. The O'Reilly family welcomes Barbara into their home. They give her the love, safety, and peace she has been missing. Barbara quickly becomes a part of their family.
A Difficult Choice
But Barbara knows this time is not her own. She might not be able to stay with the O'Reillys forever. Young Jim promises to always look after her. However, Barbara wonders what will happen if she must return to her own time. Does she have a choice in staying or leaving? The story explores her journey and the tough decisions she faces.
Awards and Recognition
Somewhere Around the Corner received special honors for its storytelling.
- Honour - CBCA Children's Book of the Year Award: Younger Readers (1995)
- Highly Commended - Annual Australian Family Therapists' Award for Children's Literature (1994)
