Sarah Michaels
Long before her words were shared with the world, Emily Dickinson was a quiet child growing up in a small New England town. This book follows her early years, from infancy through young adulthood, focusing on the moments that shaped the way she saw the world and understood herself. Readers step into a calm home filled with routines, family conversations, and gentle encouragement. They walk through gardens where flowers become lessons in patience and attention. They sit beside a thoughtful girl who notices birds, weather, and the way light moves across a room. Through school days, friendships, letters, and time spent learning away from home, Emily’s inner world slowly takes shape.Rather than rushing through history, the story lingers on everyday experiences-learning to read, writing for comfort, feeling shy in groups, asking quiet questions, and discovering that being different can be a strength. Writing becomes a steady companion, a place where thoughts and feelings feel safe and clear.Written for children ages 7-12, this book presents Emily Dickinson’s childhood in a way that feels personal and relatable. It gently shows that curiosity does not have to be loud, creativity does not need permission, and meaningful ideas often begin in still moments. Young readers are encouraged to notice their own world, trust their thoughts, and understand that there is more than one right way to grow, learn, and belong.
