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Mentioned in 4 episodes
Harriet the Spy
Book • 1960
In 'Harriet the Spy', Harriet M. Welsch, an eleven-year-old girl, spends her time spying on her friends, family, and neighbors, documenting her observations in a private notebook.
When her notebook falls into the hands of her classmates, they are appalled by her brutally honest comments, leading to a series of confrontations and repercussions.
Harriet faces isolation and depression but ultimately learns valuable lessons about friendship, honesty, and the consequences of her actions.
The book is a classic tale of growing up and self-discovery, known for its realistic portrayal of childhood and its impact on young readers.
When her notebook falls into the hands of her classmates, they are appalled by her brutally honest comments, leading to a series of confrontations and repercussions.
Harriet faces isolation and depression but ultimately learns valuable lessons about friendship, honesty, and the consequences of her actions.
The book is a classic tale of growing up and self-discovery, known for its realistic portrayal of childhood and its impact on young readers.
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Mentioned by Annie Downs as a book she loved as a child and read repeatedly.

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