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Little House in the Eighties
Paperback
ISBN13: 9781977293619
Publisher: Outskirts Press
Published: Jul 26 2026
Pages: 104
Weight: 0.29
Height: 0.25 Width: 5.50 Depth: 8.50
Language: English
A Gentle Journey Through Family, Faith, and First School Days
Set in 1988 Topeka, Kansas, Little House in the Eighties is a nostalgic, heartwarming coming-of-age story that follows five-year-old Katie through her first year of kindergarten. This historical fiction tale captures the essence of 1980s childhood in the American Midwest, blending family life, early education, and faith-based values. Raised in an old-fashioned nuclear family with two older sisters, Katie's world is shaped by daily routines, Sunday church services, sibling dynamics, and the gentle guidance of her parents.
Perfect for readers seeking wholesome children's stories, family-centered narratives, and Christian-themed fiction, this book explores early childhood development, kindergarten milestones, and the emotional growth of a young girl navigating school for the first time. From walks to school and classroom friendships to church gatherings and everyday family life, each moment is rendered with vivid sensory detail and emotional authenticity.
This edition features a reader-friendly 5.5 x 8.5 trim size for comfortable reading, high-quality cream paper to reduce glare and eye strain, and 20 thoughtfully curated black-and-white illustrations that enhance the nostalgic 1980s setting. Ideal for fans of gentle coming-of-age stories, Christian family fiction, and Midwest Americana, this book offers a warm, reflective look at childhood, faith, and family life in the capital of Kansas.
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