{"product_id":"grandfathers-dance-9780061340031","title":"Grandfather's Dance","description":"\u003ch2\u003eGrandfather's Dance - The Fifth Book in the Sarah, Plain and Tall Series\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe fifth book in the series that began with the Newbery Medal-winning \u003cem\u003eSarah, Plain and Tall\u003c\/em\u003e by Patricia MacLachlan.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eJack leans back on Grandfather's shoulder. Aunt Mattie's knitting needles click in the dark. The moon rises. The candle flickers in the gentle prairie wind. I close my eyes to keep everything there.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eA Perfect Prairie Wedding\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eCould anything be more perfect than a prairie wedding? Cassie Witting doesn't think so, for her sister Anna's wedding brings two lovebirds together, aunts from faraway Maine, a long white dress with a wedding veil, dancing under a clear blue sky, and a world that smells of roses.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAs the Witting family comes together for this most special day, Cassie sees that life brings the change of seasons, brother Jack on Grandfather's lap, joy, sorrow, and a special dance only Grandfather does.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eContinue the Beloved Witting Family Story\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis chapter book for ages 9-12 brings readers back to the beloved characters from the award-winning Sarah, Plain and Tall series. Set in 19th century prairie life, the story explores themes of family, multigenerational bonds, and the passage of time through the eyes of young Cassie.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe paperback edition captures the warmth and authenticity of farm and ranch life on the Plains, celebrating the simple moments that make family gatherings special. From knitting needles clicking in the darkness to Grandfather's unique dance, every detail brings the prairie setting to life.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eAbout the Author\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePatricia MacLachlan\u003c\/strong\u003e is the celebrated author of many timeless novels for young readers, including Newbery Medal winner \u003cem\u003eSarah, Plain and Tall\u003c\/em\u003e; \u003cem\u003eWord After Word After Word\u003c\/em\u003e; \u003cem\u003eKindred Souls\u003c\/em\u003e; \u003cem\u003eThe Truth of Me\u003c\/em\u003e; \u003cem\u003eThe Poet's Dog\u003c\/em\u003e; and \u003cem\u003eMy Father's Words\u003c\/em\u003e. She is also the author of countless beloved picture books, a number of which she cowrote with her daughter, Emily. She lives in Williamsburg, Massachusetts.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"HarperCollins","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50680517853458,"sku":"9780061340031","price":5.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0831\/4771\/8930\/files\/img_78c3aee9-9137-4529-a4ff-d47bbd099881.jpg?v=1734920527","url":"https:\/\/surprise-castle.myshopify.com\/products\/grandfathers-dance-9780061340031","provider":"Surprise Castle","version":"1.0","type":"link"}