Summary

Snug for Winter – Laura and Carrie enjoy their autumn schedule of school and work on the homestead in preparation for moving to town for the winter. While packing clothes, Laura discovers a book of Tennyson’s poems hidden by her mother. She imagines it must be a Christmas present, so she puts it back and doesn’t say anything to her mother about it. It is the first time she ever keeps a secret from her mother, and she feels guilty about it. The family moves into the apartment above Pa’s store. They are well-stocked and well-prepared for the winter.

School Days – Laura excels at school, and is proud of herself. Laura, Ida, Mary Power, and Minnie Johnson become fast friends. Sometimes they play ball with the boys, but do not want to be seen as tomboys. Nellie refuses...