Books like The Gift-Giver by Joyce Hansen
For a fifthβgrade student in the Bronx, the story follows Doris as she meets a remarkable new friend. The narrative explores the everyday adventures and challenges of teenage friendship amid a vibrant neighborhood setting.
First publish date: 1980
Genre: Children's Fiction/Early Readers
Authors: Joyce Hansen
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