Book details
The Apartment House on Poppy Hill: Book 1 (Apartment House on Poppy Hill, 1)
Description
A charming new chapter book by bestselling author Nina LaCour. Welcome to 1106 Wildflower Place: It is no ordinary apartment house, but you, reader, are no ordinary visitor. So, please, come in!Two new tenants have just arrived, and nine-year-old Ella is determined to help them settle in. Who better to teach them about the glitchy lights and the nighttime noises? After all, Ella knows all the neighbors. Well, almost all. No one has met the mysterious Robinsons who live on the top floor. Will a special neighborly celebration change all that? This bighearted chapter book by bestselling author Nina LaCour, highlighted by lively illustrations throughout, celebrates community, friendship, family, and home. It is a place of walking dogs that aren't yours, keeping surprises secret, and making everyone feel welcome.Here, the eccentric joy of Armistead Maupin's Tales of The City merges seamlessly with the antic fun of Ivy + Bean, the family tenderness of The Penderwicks, and the madcap adventure of Eloise in an irresistible story that will leave you eager for the next one!BESTSELLING, AWARD-WINNING AUTHOR: Nina LaCour is a highly acclaimed author of both YA and adult novels. This is her first novel for younger readers and a terrific introduction of a talented writer to the next generation.HILARIOUSLY UNIVERSAL: Ella is a strong protagonist that readers of all ages and genders will love. She is bighearted, curious, and just a tad mischievous.DIVERSE CAST OF CHARACTERS: Featuring many different family structures, this story is wonderfully diverse and inclusive. Any reader can imagine themselves living at 1106 Wildflower Place.DRAWN FROM AUTHOR'S PERSONAL EXPERIENCE: The charming characters and their stories were conjured by LaCour and her young daughter during the long walks they took through San Francisco during the early days of Covid-19 and inspired by the people they encountered along the way.Perfect for:Parents, teachers, and librariansGift-givers looking for entertaining chapter books for kids who enjoy stories full of humor and heartReaders who love such bestselling book series as Ivy + Bean, Clementine, Judy Moody, and Junie B. Jones
Age
7-10
Text complexity
proficient
Length
132 pages
Book in series
#1
Why to read
- Engaging Storytelling: Nina LaCour is known for her compelling narrative style that draws readers into the world she creates, making 'The Apartment House on Poppy Hill: Book 1' a potentially engrossing read.
- Emotional Depth: LaCour's works often explore complex emotions and relationships, offering a deep and nuanced experience that can resonate with readers on a personal level.
- Beautiful Prose: LaCour has a reputation for her beautiful and lyrical prose that can transform ordinary moments into something magical, which could be a highlight of this book.
- Relatable Characters: Nina LaCour's characters are typically well-developed and relatable, providing readers with the opportunity to see parts of themselves reflected in the story.