Clues in the Shadows

Title: Clues in the Shadows

Author: Kathleen Ernst

Grade Level: 3&4th

As an American girl mystery, this book focuses on patriotism and supporting soldiers and the war effort. Molly and her friends are involved with jewelry drives, paper drives, and visiting wounded soldiers. Their mothers work in factories and at the Red Cross to support the war effort. The story discusses the difficulties faced by soldiers returning with battle fatigue as well as the challenges faced by families whose relatives are missing in action.