About this book
An abridged version of the tale of orphaned, eleven-year-old Pollyanna, who comes to live with austere and wealthy Aunt Polly, bringing happiness to her aunt and other members of the community through her philosophy of gladness. Pollyanna knows the secret to finding a smile -- even when really bad things happen. From the moment she arrives in Beldingsville, she shares her Glad Game with everyone around her. But the person who needs Pollyanna's help the most doesn't want it. - Publisher.
Subjects
AuntsCheerfulnessClassic LiteratureConduct of lifeFamilyFictionHistoryInterpersonal relationsJuvenile LiteratureJuvenile fictionOrphansVermontFamiliesChildren: Grades 3-4Large type booksChildren's fictionOrphans, fictionConduct of life, fictionFamily life, fictionFiction, historical, generalVermont, fictionShort storiesEmotions, fictionAmerican fiction