The House That Jane Built: A Story About Jane Addams

Written by Tanya Lee Stone
Illustrated by Kathryn Brown

Grade:

K-4

ISBN-13:

978-0805090499

Publisher:

Henry Holt & Co. (2015)

Why would a wealthy young woman forsake a life of privilege and pour her resources and herself into opening a home for Chicago's newest immigrant arrivals? Because even as a young child, Jane had eyes to see those in need, and a desire to serve them. This is an inspiring, beautifully written portrayal of the life of Jane Addams, founder of Hull House, which served Chicago’s destitute and immigrant communities at the turn of the century. Muted watercolors perfectly portray the period.