A Gathering of Days
Overview & Summary
Presented as the diary of a thirteen-year-old New Hampshire girl in the 1830s, this novel follows Catherine as she navigates her mother's death, her father's remarriage, a friend's involvement in the Underground Railroad, and the quiet rhythms of rural New England life across roughly a year. Joan W. Blos's Newbery Medal-winning novel is prized for its authentic period voice and understated emotional depth.
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Who This Book Is For
A great pick for Middle school students (Grades 6–8) studying History and Humanities. Helps students connect historical events with real human stories and broader perspectives.
Why CE Recommends This Book
Selected for Academic Enrichment & Readiness. Pushing slightly beyond standard classroom expectations, this title widens vocabulary, supports steady Lexile growth, and builds the academic rigor needed for advanced middle and high school courses.
