Sarah, Plain and Tall

"Sarah, Plain and Tall" is a beloved children's classic that introduces readers to the Witting family in the late nineteenth century through young Anna’s perspective. When Sarah Elisabeth Wheaton answers Papa's advertisement for a wife and mother, Anna and her brother Caleb patiently await her arrival, curious and hopeful about what she will bring to their lives. The story gently explores themes of love, family, and adaptation, making it a timeless choice for independent readers. This book is the first in a series that continues to follow the Witting family's touching journey.