Books like Jam by Margaret Mahy
In Margaret Mahy’s charming short story, Mrs. Castle works as an atomic scientist, leaving the household and children in the capable hands of her husband, Mr. Castle. Mr. Castle manages the house and the children with such efficiency that he finds himself with too much free time. A backyard plum tree sparks his imagination, leading to a series of humorous and imaginative activities that keep the family bustling and the home alive.
First publish date: 1985
Genre: Children's Fiction/Picture Books
Authors: Margaret Mahy
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