Calling all readers:
I have an amazing book to share with you all! The Witch of Blackbird Pond (Speare, 1958) was a book I read with my home school co-op. It was fantastic! Elizabeth Speare really takes you into the 17th century. This book uses excellent and rich vocabulary, which enriches the book furthermore. It takes you into the world of Katherine Tyler, who is referred to as Kit. Kit makes her way to live with her last relatives when her grandfather perishes, where she struggles to fit in.
The Witch of Blackbird Pond doesn’t actually have a witch in the setting, or more importantly encourage witchcraft. Kit befriends a kind old woman, who is called a witch by the townspeople because she is a Quaker. Katherine must stand up for Hannah Tupper. She even faces a trial for being accused of witchcraft. In this entrancement of the daily struggles, joys, and experiences in life, you will enrich your vocabulary, be learning about the daily life of the 17th century, and you might face some tears, but in the end you will be smiling from head to toe!
At the beginning of the book, Speare uses a lot of description to bring you into the life of that character. It takes a little while to lure you in, but if you are like me, you will enjoy every minute of it. Some people in my class didn’t care for it as much, but others, such as myself, were sad to reach the end!
I hope this book review was helpful. If you are interested in The Witch of Blackbird Pond, the link is placed below. Thanks for reading!
The Witch of Blackbird Pond
You make known to me the path of life; you will fill me with joy in your presence, with eternal pleasures at your right hand.
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