The World of Ivy by Nancy Gentry. A historical fiction for young readers. In 1940 segregation is the 'law' in the South. 10-year-old Ivy makes an unexpected friendship with Esau, a little black boy who can't read because he doesn't go to school. Through his eyes Ivy learns what a restricted world Esau lives in. She experiences the challenges of a segregated society when she tries to help Esau by teaching him to read. A humorous, yet serious story of a sweet friendship. Great as a suppleme