Books like Beth makes a friend by Susan Beth Pfeffer
Beth, a compassionate teen, finds herself in a dilemma when she chooses to help an immigrant family struggling with poverty and hunger. By stealthily borrowing a silver bowl from her great aunt, she secures a chance to provide relief for the O'Neill family, who can subsequently make money from the item. The story highlights themes of generosity, community, and the hardships of immigrants in a tough economic environment.
First publish date: 1998
Genre: Coming of Age/Childhood Coming of Age
Authors: Susan Beth Pfeffer
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