Cognitive development in children could be enhanced while reading this novel in terms of the History of England during WW2. For example, in January of 1940 we learn from the novel that England had to start rationing food (224). Students could do a research project to learn about why England had to ration food at this time, and what they changed about their daily living habits, how they tended their land differently and what type of food developments rose from this situation. Psychosocial development could be enhanced by having the students discuss why Ada lacked trust when she moved in with Miss Smith. For example in multiple situations Ada is fearful that Miss Smith is going to hit her such as when Miss Smith noticed Ada’s foot bleeding
