Books like A Place for Peter (Mountain Born #3) by Elizabeth Yates
Peter, a thirteen‑year‑old boy living on a mountain farm, faces his father's doubts when he is tasked with tapping the sugar maples to produce syrup. His careful, confident work not only provides a vital product for the farm but also earns the respect and trust of his father, deepening their bond and underscoring themes of responsibility and self‑confidence.
First publish date: 1952
Genre: Coming of Age/Childhood Coming of Age
Authors: Elizabeth Yates
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