Cecil’s Story
Cecil’s Story by George Ella Lyon takes place during the Civil war. Cecil’s dad has gone off to fight. In Cecil’s world, this means that everything has changed. In fact, Cecil’s mom has left Cecil with the neighbors while she goes off to find his father.
Cecil only cries at night, and works hard on the farm during the day. Finally, his mother comes home with Cecil’s dad. They hug each other, but something drastic has happened to his father. Find out what happens in Cecil’s Story as you gaze at the wonderful illustrations painted by Peter Catalanotto.
