description: This is one volume in the Moonstones series of stories for 8 to 12 year olds. Each story has an element of mystery or adventure, with a strong storyline, and is suitable for the multi-cultural classroom. The stories also have high interest value for schoolchildren and strong female as well as male characters. Life hasn't been the same for Midge and her brother since Dad left and Mum married Dan, so Midge decides to run away from home. But life isn't as wonderful as she had anticipated, staying with her friend's untidy aunt. Midge gradually comes to terms with the changes within her family as she sees that Dan, too, has his own fears and vulnerabilities like everyone else.
language: English
title: The Summer House
titlecomplete: The Summer House (Moonstone Stories for Children)
publisher: Cambridge University Press