Sonny Boy

The Plummer household is a whirlwind of chatter, chores, and sibling rivalry, set in the sleepy town of Poppleton. One evening Mamma Plummer reads a letter from Aunt Kate, a distant relative who lives alone and wishes to “borrow” one of seven children for six months. The family debates who might be sent, each youngster dreaming of adventure while the youngest, Sonny Boy, is usually overlooked. When Aunt Kate’s choice is finally announced, it lands unexpectedly on the red‑haired, freckled boy everyone thought too plain for such a chance.

Sonny Boy’s shock quickly turns to shy delight, and the sudden attention forces him to confront his own doubts about school, his place in the family, and his hidden wishes for something more. Listeners are invited into his world of modest dreams, humor, and the support of his mother and grandmother. As the Plummers prepare for his departure, the story balances the warmth of home life with the excitement of a future. It promises a heartfelt, coming‑of‑age tale that explores how a small surprise can spark a boy’s confidence.