Pictures by Abigail Halfin
If You Dare!
Ann is a red-haired, happy girl, full of energy, who sometimes says and does things before thinking about the consequences. Because of that, she can get herself into quite a pickle.
While Anne and her friend Diana are at a party, another guest, Josie, begins daring others to do things. Anne is incensed by the way Josie treats others. Before she knows it, Anne has taken a dare to do something she has never done, and it is dangerous. The outcome is not what she expected.
Later, Anne wants to be part of the Christmas concert, but does not know if she dares to do it. While Anne celebrates Christmas at home, she gets an unbelievable surprise, making it a day she will always remember.
This early reader chapter book has all the charm of the books written by Lucy Maud Montgomery. This adaptation was done by Kallie George and is a sweet story that seamlessly fits in with the Anne of Green Gable books.
The colorful pictures by Abigail Halfin also add to the tale. It is fun reading about other adventures Anne may have had. In addition to this being a great story, there is a good underlying message.
Anne is a spunky girl that everyone would like for a friend. I highly recommend this five-star book. Ages six- to nine-year-olds will enjoy this story.
Thank you, Tundra Books, for providing Tickmenot with a complimentary copy of, “Anne Dares,” adapted by Kallie George for the purpose of review. I have not been compensated in any other manner. All opinions expressed are my own, and I was not required, or influenced, to give anything but an honest appraisal.
