Full of Beans

     

Full of Beans

By Jennifer L. Holm





Full of Beans is a historical fiction book by Jennifer L. Holm. The story takes place during the Great Depression in Key West, Florida. The book centers around a young boy named Beans who is always looking for ways to make money. His search for money leads Beans to get involved in questionable activities. Through the eyes of Beans, we see the struggles and hardships faced by families during the Great Depression. Beans also illuminates the resilience and resourcefulness that were required to survive during this period. 

I think Full of Beans is a great historical fiction book to get children interested and engaged in the Great Depression. Jennifer L. Holm fills the book with likable and relatable characters that help to engage readers. The thing that impressed me the most about the book is how the author managed to address serious issues of the time, such as poverty and discrimination, in a way that is accessible and relatable to young readers. Through Beans' experiences, readers are able to see how the economic hardships of the Depression affected different groups of people. Ultimately, Full of Beans is a historical fiction book that will captivate younger readers. While it is an entertaining story, the insightful commentary on a key period in American history engages young readers and makes them examine historical events. 


Full of Beans, by Jennifer L. Holm. Random House Books for Young Readers (2016). 

For more information about Jennifer L. Holm click here. 

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