Drew, Nancy (Fictitious character); Childhood; Children's literature, American--History and criticism--Theory, etc.; Children -- United States -- History
These two descriptions, made eighty-two years apart, of a best friend vary in significant ways and reflect the changes in the ideals of twentieth century American girlhood. There is a shift from individual leadership and self-reliance to valuing...
Learning disabilities; Learning disabled children--Family relationships; People with mental disabilities -- Family relationships; Mainstreaming in education