Dear Mr. Henshaw
by Beverly Cleary
A middle-grade novel following Leigh Botts, a sixth-grader who begins corresponding with his favorite author, Mr. Henshaw, as a school assignment. Through their letters and Leigh's diary entries, the story explores his struggles with his parents' divorce, adjusting to a new school, and dealing with bullying. The narrative sensitively portrays a child navigating family changes, finding his voice as a writer, and developing resilience through difficult circumstances.
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