Phyllis: A Twin

"Phyllis: A Twin" by Dorothy Whitehill is a heartwarming story about a young girl named Phyllis Page, who is bursting with excitement to finally meet her twin sister, Janet, after thirteen long years apart. As Phyllis gets ready to welcome Janet into her home, she can't help but worry about making Janet feel loved and accepted. Phyllis wonders if Janet will like her new room, her new city, and most importantly, her. We discover that even though Phyllis is overjoyed, she also feels nervous because she knows Janet has been lonely. The beginning of this story paints a picture of Phyllis as a kind, loving, and thoughtful girl who's willing to do anything to make her twin sister feel at home.