Mysteries of Trash and Treasure: The Secret Letters

Colin and Nevaeh, children of rival junk-removal business owners, delve into the past as they uncover vintage letters that reveal interlocking mysteries from the 1970s and '80s. Through their discoveries, they explore significant social issues like women's liberation and the ERA, learning how these historical echoes resonate in their own lives. This engaging middle grade series by Margaret Peterson Haddix highlights the transformative power of seemingly worthless items, turning trash into treasure while weaving in important themes of history and identity.