Children of the Soil: A Story of Scandinavia
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Children of the Soil: A Story of Scandinavia is a children's novel by Nora Burglon. Set in Sweden in the early 1900s, it tells the story of a poor family whose ability and hard work brings them success. The novel, illustrated by Edgar Parin D'Aulaire, was first published in 1932 and was a Newbery Honor
recipient in 1933.
Newbery Medal
The John Newbery Medal is a literary award given by the Association for Library Service to Children, a division of the American Library Association . The award is given to the author of the most distinguished contribution to American literature for children. The award has been given since 1922. ...
recipient in 1933.