| Author |
Burgess, Thornton W. (Thornton Waldo), 1874-1965 |
| Illustrator |
Kerr, George F., 1869-1953 |
| Title |
Mother West Wind's Children
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 89.1 (6th grade). Easy to read.
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| Contents |
Danny Meadow Mouse learns why his tale is short -- Why Reddy Fox has no friends -- Why Peter Rabbit's ears are long -- Reddy Fox disobeys -- Striped Chipmunk's pockets -- Reddy Fox, the boaster -- Johnny Chuck's secret -- Johnny Chuck's great fight -- Mr. Toad's old suit -- Grandfather Frog gets even -- The disappointed bush -- Why Bobby Coon washes his food -- The Merry Little Breezes have a busy day -- Why Hooty the Owl does not play on the Green Meadows -- Danny Meadow Mouse learns to laugh.
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| Credits |
E-text prepared by Al Haines
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| Summary |
"Mother West Wind's Children" by Thornton W. Burgess is a collection of children's stories written in the early 20th century. The book features various animal characters living in the Green Meadows and the Green Forest, exploring themes of friendship, individuality, and moral lessons through their adventures. The main character introduced in the opening portion is Danny Meadow Mouse, who grapples with feelings of inadequacy due to his short tail, setting the stage for a series of whimsical tales that impart valuable life lessons. The opening of the book introduces Danny Meadow Mouse, who is bothered by his short tail while observing the lively activities around him. His unhappiness prompts a conversation with Mr. Toad, who suggests he visit Grandfather Frog to learn the story of his ancestor's tail. This leads Danny on a quest to understand his appearance and to possibly find a reason for it. The narrative promise is established through this first chapter, showcasing Burgess's charming storytelling style and the engaging dialogues that invite young readers to learn important lessons about self-acceptance and the value of friendship. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
English |
| LoC Class |
PZ: Language and Literatures: Juvenile belles lettres
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| Subject |
Animals -- Juvenile fiction
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| Subject |
Children's stories, American
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
20877 |
| Release Date |
Mar 22, 2007 |
| Most Recently Updated |
Jan 1, 2021 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads |
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