Cricket

"Cricket" by Elizabeth Weston Timlow is a heartwarming tale set in the late 1800s about a young girl named Cricket, who lives with the Ward family where she makes the most of summer at their country home, Kayuna. The story follows Cricket and her siblings as they get into fun summer activities, full of childhood shenanigans, pranks, and outdoor games. The book highlights childhood friendships, especially Cricket’s relationship with Hilda Mason, as they navigate the ups and downs of getting along with their friends, going on adventures, embarking on rivalries and occasional arguments, helping illustrate the simple joys of growing up in the late 19th century.