Books like Heidi by Ronne Randall

Name: Heidi
Rating: 5 (1 reviews)
Author: Ronne Randall

Heidi, a Swiss orphan, is heartbroken when she must leave her peaceful life with her loving grandfather in the mountains for school and to care for an invalid girl in the city. The story explores the contrast between mountain life and the urban setting as Heidi adapts to new responsibilities while reflecting on the warmth she once knew.

First publish date: 2013

Genre: Children's Fiction/Early Readers

Authors: Ronne Randall

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