Porter, Connie: American Girl, Happy Birthday, Addy! (Paperback)

Happy Birthday, Addy!: A Springtime Story is the fourth book in the Addy series of the American Girls Collection, authored by Connie Porter. Set in the spring of 1865, the narrative follows Addy Walker, a courageous girl who has recently escaped from slavery and is building a new life with her family in Philadelphia. As Addy adjusts to her newfound freedom, she befriends M'dear, an inspiring woman who encourages Addy to choose a special day to celebrate her birthday, a luxury she never had during enslavement. Throughout the story, Addy confronts prejudice and learns valuable lessons about resilience, the significance of freedom, and the importance of self-identity. This historical fiction book offers young readers an insightful glimpse into the challenges and triumphs of African American life during the Civil War era.

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