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Small Beauties: The Journey of Darcy Heart O'Hara
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Not age appropriate for kids under 4, age appropriate for kids over 5; suggested age 5. -
Is it any good?
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Common Sense says
Small treasure explores Irish famine, emigration.
updated 07.04.08
Why We Rated This 
for Ages 5 and Up
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What to watch out for
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Violence & scariness :
What Parents Need to Know
About Small Beauties: The Journey of Darcy Heart O'Hara
Parents need to know that sad things happen here: The family goes hungry, loses their home, and is forced to leave grandparents behind when emigrating.
Read our full review by Matt Berman
Families Can Talk About
- Families can talk about the focus on little things. Why, when so many bad things are happening, is the focus on pebbles and feathers? Why are they important? How does Darcy fulfill her grandmother's prediction? Children may want to know more about the historical period and their own ancestors.
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