A Little Maid of Ticonderoga

"A Little Maid of Ticonderoga" by Alice Turner Curtis is a story that takes place during the American Revolution, where you meet Faith Carew, a brave ten-year-old girl from Vermont. The story starts when Faith looks forward to her friend Esther's visit, ready to share the wild and beautiful nature around her home, but a surprising visit from a bear throws everything into disarray, showing the real dangers of living in the wilderness. While trying to make Esther feel welcome, Faith finds challenges not just in the wild but also in their friendship, as they don't agree on many things. The beginning shows how tough life was during the war and how different people had to learn to live together, highlighting Faith's courage and setting the stage for an exciting journey ahead.