Goldenrod

by Mary Towne

Goldenrod is an unusual babysitter who uses her special means of travel to entertain her charges.

Genres: Fantasy, Young Adult

180 pages, Hardcover

First published September 1, 1977

About the author

Born in Brooklyn, New York, Mary Towne grew up in Long Island, California, and Massachusetts. She was associated with the Institute of Children's Literature as an instructor and consultant.

Reviews

[Liza · Rating 4 out of 5]

My rating is based on my memory of loving this book that I read in grade 6 or 7 (about 35 years ago). I think it's because my love of traveling and adventure has been in me since I was a child (despite never having travelled then). I remember copying her (crossing her legs) and hoping that I too can be transported. I should read it again to see if my memory is accurate.

[Martha · Rating 4 out of 5]

Like magic this book appeared on my holds shelf, though I have no memory of requesting it (though I must have!), and had never heard of it before--but it was a very enjoyable reading experience, somewhat reminiscent of the Edgar Eager books.

[Staci · Rating 5 out of 5]

one of my favorite books from my pre-teen years. LOVE IT.

[Michelle · Rating 5 out of 5]

This was one of my favorite pre-teen books...must have read it half a dozen times.

[Dy · Rating 5 out of 5]

Read this in junior high, LOVED it, and was sad when I went to re-read it and it was out of print and very hard to find.

[Bruce Hammond · Rating 2 out of 5]

Another YA. It's OK. But not better.

[Eliza · Rating 4 out of 5]

I loved this book when I was in fourth or fifth grade.