Red Sky in the Morning
(Author) Elizabeth LairdTwelve-year-old Anna is looking forward to the birth of her baby brother. Ben arrives, but is disabled and will never be like other children. Anna loves him with her whole heart, but she finds herself unable to admit the truth of Ben's condition to her school friends. Eventually the truth gets out and leads not to the ridicule Anna expected, but to sympathy and understanding. An emotional and wonderfully written story by Elizabeth Laird, Red Sky in the Morning was Highly Commended for the Carnegie Medal.
Elizabeth Laird
Elizabeth Laird is a renowned British author known for her award-winning children's novel, "The Garbage King." Her writing style combines vivid imagery with heartfelt storytelling, exploring themes of poverty, friendship, and resilience. Laird's work has made a significant impact on children's literature, inspiring readers worldwide.