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In "Summerhouse Time," Eileen Spinelli celebrates the cherished annual beach visit that unites a family—fathers, mothers, cousins, grandparents, aunts, and uncles—through shared chores, laughter, meals, and moments of relaxation. Written as a novel in verse, the book channels the warm, sun-drenched atmosphere of the seashore and the rhythms of family life, encouraging readers to relive their own seaside summers full of tradition and camaraderie.
First publish date: 2001
Genre: Children's Fiction/Picture Books
Authors: Eileen Spinelli
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