Step back in time to the year 1940, a year full of massive milestones and hilarious daily adventures for young Tomie. Everything is changing at once for the five year old boy. He is celebrating his first real birthday party, starting his very first days of school, and experiencing the excitement of moving into his family's brand new home at 26 Fairmount Avenue. And it is the family's first big holiday season living in their new house. Join Tomie as he explores his neighborhood, gets into funny misunderstandings with adults, and learns big lessons about growing up. Written by a beloved author looking back on his own real childhood, this funny and charming chapter book is packed with true family stories, vintage history, and the wonderful, chaotic magic of being a kid.