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» mariaandrea - Meg
Incredible and moving article. I can't wait for next week's. Even though there are many current problems with how children are treated, we have indeed come a long way.By the way, I really like the way you have supplied a grade level to the book recommendation. It definitely makes it easier to find good reading material for my kids! And I have to say, even though the title of the site says "History for Children," I am really enjoying and learning a lot from the articles. You don't write "down" to kids and that is refreshing, and adults can enjoy your articles as well. Sometimes reminds me of the days when there were no exclusively "childrens" books, and families read the same stories together. My kids and I can do that with your site. Thanks!
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» malvasi - Thanks
Thanks Maria. This is a little known episode in American history, though it certainly isn't because it is uninteresting. In recent years, more has appeared on the subject from children's books to more scholarly studies, orphan train reunions, and a PBS documentary. As always, your comments are greatly appreciated. Also, the library picks will be a continuing feature of the site.-- posted by malvasi
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