The Adopting of Rosa Marie (A Sequel to Dandelion Cottage)

** "The Adopting of Rosa Marie" by Carroll Watson Rankin is a delightful children's story that follows four inseparable friends—Jean, Marjory, Mabel, and Bettie—as they spend their summer vacation at Dandelion Cottage. The girls engage in imaginative games and lighthearted activities, such as pretending to be mothers. Their ordinary summer transforms into an extraordinary one when they decide to secretly care for Rosa Marie, a young Indian girl. Mabel takes the lead in this endeavor, but soon discovers that keeping Rosa Marie hidden from disapproving adults is more difficult than she anticipated. The friends encounter funny and difficult situations as they navigate the challenges of their secret adventure, highlighting the importance of friendship, responsibility, and the universal yearning for acceptance. **