The Fledgling

A Newbery Honor Book, The Fledgling tells the magical story of Georgie, a young girl who dreams of flying. When a Canada goose befriends her and takes her on nighttime flights over Walden Pond, her wish comes true. But the adults in her life see the goose as a threat. This fantasy novel blends themes of imagination, childhood wonder, and the tension between the magical world of children and the protective fears of adults. Set in Concord, Massachusetts, it's part of Langton's Hall Family Chronicles.