Schiffer Book: The Sand Lady (Hardcover)

Travel back in time to the early twentieth century as the magical Sand Lady takes a young girl on vacation to Ocean City, Maryland, as she remembers it. See the Atlantic and Plimhimmon hotels, have ice cream at the Sugar Bowl, tea at Conner's restaurant, and a carousel ride at Trimper's Luna Park. It is a trip she (and you readers) will never forget! Entertaining and educational for readers of all ages, this story also features a map of old Ocean City, more than forty vivid watercolor illustrations of Victorian architecture and Ocean City landmarks, a glossary, and a timeline. This book will broaden the horizons for all young people who have visited this beloved shore resort, and for the young-at-heart. Written by a professional educator and textbook writer, it is also an excellent instructional book for the classroom. Middle grades-ages 8-12.