A Little Hero

"A Little Hero" by H. Musgrave is a story set in the late 1800s about a young boy named Jeff who must leave his beloved mother and home in India to live with relatives in England for health reasons. He finds that his new life is very different, and he misses his mother terribly. During his time in England, Jeff bravely deals with the coldness of his relatives and the mean tricks of his cousin, Brian. Jeff's big heart and responsible nature shine through as he navigates his new world, and he shows true bravery and courage when he saves cousin Brain from drowning. This act of heroism wins him the respect of his family. The book highlights being brave, the importance of family, and what it means to grow up and do the right thing during tough times.