Elsie Mae Has Something to Say by Nancy J. Cavanaugh

She seems to create more problems than she solves. But Elsie Mae is so focused on making a name for herself that she neglects to consider how her actions will affect those around her. A hog thief, a Bible-thumping cousin, and a dog that cannot seem to stay out of trouble all conspire to make this the most exciting and problem-filled summer ever. The canal project is only part of the drama in this Depression-era tale. JEleven-year-old Elsie Mae lives for her summers spent with her grandparents on Honey Island in the Okefenokee Swamp-so when the swamp is threatened by a developer, she decides to do something to save the most beautiful place on Earth. Praise for Elsie Mae Has Something to Say: Then, news reaches Elsie Mae of some hog bandits stealing from swamper families, and she sees another opportunity to make her family proud while waiting to hear back from the White House.īut when her cousin Henry James, who dreams of one day becoming a traveling preacher like his daddy, shows up and just about ruins her investigation with his 'Hallelujahs,' Elsie Mae will learn the hard way what it really means to be a hero. She gets to explore the cool, quiet waters of the Okefenokee Swamp around her grandparents' house with her new dog, Huck, and she's written a letter to President Roosevelt that she's confident will save the swamp from a shipping company and make her a major hometown hero. Visit Mae Has Something to Say is the perfect book for middle school girls and summer reading book for kids.įrom the award-winning author of This Journal Belongs to Ratchet, comes a sweet and uplifting coming of age tale about friendship, sensitivity, and the importance of protecting our planet, making this the perfect growing up book for girls.Įlsie Mae is pretty sure this'll be the best summer ever. Nancy lives in Tarpon Springs, FL with her husband and daughter. She was a teacher for more than fifteen years and currently works as a Library Media Specialist at an elementary school. Cavanaugh has a BS in education and an MA in curriculum and instruction with multiple published works.

Elsie Mae is pretty sure this'll be the best summer ever.

Elsie Mae Has Something to Say by Nancy J. Cavanaugh