Discover books similar to "The Journals of Corrie Belle Hollister" series

Frances Hodgson Burnett

The Secret Garden

A classic children's novel about Mary, an orphaned girl who discovers a hidden, neglected garden in her uncle's estate. As she brings the garden back to life, she also learns about friendship, love, and the healing power of nature. This book is a great choice for fans of Corrie Belle Hollister because of its strong female protagonist and themes of growth and self-discovery.

Laura Ingalls Wilder

Little House on the Prairie

This beloved series follows the Ingalls family as they settle in the American West during the late 1800s. The stories offer a glimpse into frontier life and the challenges and triumphs of pioneer families. Fans of Corrie Belle Hollister will enjoy the historical setting and the strong, resourceful characters.

Jacqueline Kelly

The Evolution of Calpurnia Tate

Set in Texas in 1899, this novel tells the story of Calpurnia Virginia Tate, a young girl with a passion for science and nature. With the help of her eccentric grandfather, she learns about the natural world and begins to question the traditional roles of women in society. This book is a great choice for fans of Corrie Belle Hollister because of its strong female protagonist and themes of growth and self-discovery.

Elizabeth George Speare

The Witch of Blackbird Pond

Set in Connecticut in 1687, this Newbery Medal-winning novel tells the story of Katherine Tyler, a young woman who is accused of being a witch after she befriends an old woman in the woods. With the help of her friends, she must clear her name and find a way to live in a society that fears and distrusts her. This book is a great choice for fans of Corrie Belle Hollister because of its strong female protagonist and themes of growth and self-discovery.

Mildred D. Taylor

Roll of Thunder, Hear My Cry

This Newbery Medal-winning novel tells the story of the Logan family, an African-American family living in the Jim Crow South during the 1930s. The book explores themes of racism, family, and community as the Logans fight to maintain their land and their dignity in the face of discrimination. This book is a great choice for fans of Corrie Belle Hollister because of its strong, resourceful characters and themes of perseverance and determination.

Elizabeth George Speare

The Sign of the Beaver

Set in Maine in 1768, this Newbery Honor-winning novel tells the story of Matt, a young boy who is left alone to guard his family's cabin while his father goes to retrieve the rest of their family. When he is befriended by an Native American boy named Attean, he learns about survival, friendship, and the importance of understanding different cultures. This book is a great choice for fans of Corrie Belle Hollister because of its historical setting and themes of growth and self-discovery.

Lois Lowry

The Giver

In a society where sameness is valued above all else, Jonas is chosen to be the Receiver of Memory, the person who holds all the memories of the past. As he learns about the world before, he begins to question the rules and the morality of his society. This book is a great choice for fans of Corrie Belle Hollister because of its strong female protagonist and themes of growth and self-discovery.

Robin McKinley

The Hero and the Crown

This Newbery Medal-winning novel tells the story of Aerin, a young princess who must prove herself as a hero in order to claim her rightful place on the throne. With the help of her magical blue sword, she battles dragons, monsters, and her own doubts as she fights to save her kingdom. This book is a great choice for fans of Corrie Belle Hollister because of its strong female protagonist and themes of growth and self-discovery.

Ellen Raskin

The Westing Game

This Newbery Medal-winning novel tells the story of a group of strangers who are brought together to solve the mystery of the death of Samuel W. Westing, a wealthy businessman. As they uncover clues and try to solve the puzzle, they learn about themselves and each other. This book is a great choice for fans of Corrie Belle Hollister because of its strong characters and themes of growth and self-discovery.

Susan Cooper

The Dark Is Rising

This Newbery Honor-winning novel tells the story of Will Stanton, a young boy who discovers that he is the last of the Old Ones, a group of immortal beings who have been protecting the world from the forces of darkness for centuries. With the help of his family and friends, he must find the six signs of the light and defeat the forces of darkness before it's too late. This book is a great choice for fans of Corrie Belle Hollister because of its historical setting and themes of growth and self-discovery.