Little Women

by Louisa May Alcott
Illustrated by Louis Jambor
Published by Grosset and Dunlap, Inc
Copyright 1947

Summary: Four sisters living with their mom and the challenges they face growing up.

Strengths: The illustrations were very good: I liked how on one page there was an illustration and the other was the text that portrays the picture. It is a story that is easily understandable even though it is set in a different time period than present day. The titles of each chapter give a good sense of what the chapter is about.

Concerns: There are many different versions on the story and it is way too long. The story itself is very enjoyable but I feel that if some details were left out, the story would be much more enjoyable to read since the length is intimidating.

Age level: Upper(5-6)

Classroom Use: To learn about kids just like us but living in a different time period in history.