Wenonah's Stories for Children

Lois and eight‑year‑old Hal are stunned when their expected seaside holiday is swapped for a summer in Michigan. Their father tries to spark curiosity, comparing the Great Lakes to an ocean and hinting at the quiet pine woods and ancient trails once trod by Native peoples. The kids’ imaginations whirl—Hal pictures himself in a feathered war bonnet, while Lois dreams of a regal Indian princess, each eager to trade sand for stories of distant lands.

The family boards a train bound for the western shore of Lake Michigan, and the novelty of a sleeping car adds another layer of excitement. As the landscape rolls by, the siblings clutch an illustrated book about the Indians, already planning how they’ll explore the old camps, canoes and hidden clearings. Their father’s gentle advice—to keep their “bowls right side up” with hope and cheer—sets a warm tone for a journey that promises new sights, fresh play, and the simple thrill of discovering a world beyond the familiar beach.