Publisher's Synopsis
Scholastic reported that 51% of children 6-17 are reading a book for fun. Girls tend to read for fun more than boys and The Lamplighter's Daughter is primarily targeted to girls with a strong girl lead character. Features a girl who discovers her strength and leads other children on an adventure to win back Linova. Series books are the most favorable among children 8-12 and The Lamplighter's Daughter is the first in a series. Focuses on strong characters who evoke emotion. Demonstrates that girls are equal to boys. Teaches self-reliance and finding inner strength as readers watch the main character gain skill, confidence, and strength in a gradual, believable process. Teaches that there is a solution to every problem. From award-winning female filmmaker who created Bigfoot and the Burtons on Showtime.
