The Adventures of Joel Pepper

"The Adventures of Joel Pepper" by Margaret Sidney is a story about a spirited young boy named Joel Pepper and his lively life with his family and friends. The story, set in the countryside, follows Joel's exciting adventures and the everyday lessons he learns. At the start of the book, we meet Joel and his brother Davie as they get into some light-hearted trouble, like when Joel proudly shows off a snake he caught. We also see how the children interact with each other, with Joel being the brave and mischievous one, Davie being the quieter younger brother, and Polly, their older sister, taking care of everyone. This beginning really shows the simple joys of being a kid and prepares us for all the fun and learning the Pepper children will experience.