"Cher Journal: e La Sueur de Mon Front" by Sarah Ellis tells the poignant story of Flore Rutherford, an 11-year-old child worker in Almonte, Ontario, in 1887. Through her journal entries, Flore shares her experiences of balancing the harsh realities of factory work with her dreams and aspirations. As she navigates the challenges of her environment, including the struggles of her family and the fight for better working conditions, Flore’s voice reveals her resilience and determination. The narrative highlights the historical context of child labor while emphasizing themes of hope, courage, and the quest for a better life. [Generated by language model - please report any problems].

This book is part of a book series called Cher Journal .

There are 224 pages in this book. This book was published in 2010 by Scholastic .

Sarah Ellis has written more than twenty novels and picture books for young readers. Her many honors include the Governor General's Award, the Mr. Christie Book Award, the Sheila A. Egoff Children's Book Prize, and the prestigious Vicky Metcalf Award for a body of work. Written from her insightful memories of her own childhood and keen observations of the world around her, Ellis' stories masterfully reflect her readers' own experiences. She lives in Vancouver, British Columbia. Carmen Mok is an illustrator who received her formal training from the University of Waterloo and Sheridan College. Her previous book publications include Here Babies, There Babies, Look at Me Now, and Ride the Big Machines in Winter. Numerous magazines, including Today's Parent and Owl Kids, have also published her work. Carmen lives in Niagara Region, Ontario.