


Goodreads summarizes, Springtime is finally arriving on Gardam Street, and there are surprises in store for each member of the family. But when some unwelcome surprises make themselves known, the best-laid plans fall apart.įilled with all the heart, hilarity, and charm that has come to define this beloved clan, The Penderwicks in Spring is about fun and family and friends (and dogs), and what happens when you bring what's hidden into the bright light of the spring sun. The Penderwicks in Spring by Jeanne Birdsall focuses on the coming of age story of Batty and the other younger Penderwick siblings. Batty is saving up her dog-walking money for an extra-special surprise for her family, which she plans to present on her upcoming birthday. And some are ridiculous, like Batty’s new dog-walking business. Some surprises are just wonderful, like neighbor Nick Geiger coming home from war. Springtime is finally arriving on Gardam Street, and there are surprises in store for each member of the family. With over one million copies sold, this series of modern classics about the charming Penderwick family, from National Book Award winner and New York Times bestseller Jeanne Birdsall, is perfect for fans of Noel Streatfeild and Edward Eager.
