203 Results in the "Children’s Fiction" category


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      Just David

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      by LovelyMay Just David by Eleanor H. Porter is the story of a young, musically gifted boy who, after his father’s death, brings hope and transformation to a small village through his innocence and love of music.
    • Chapter VII – The circus boys in dixie Land Cover
      by LovelyMay Chapter VII bursts to life with laughter and lively energy as clowns pour into the sawdust-covered arena, charming the crowd with exaggerated gestures and playful mischief. At the center of it all is Shivers, revered as the Prince of Clowns, whose every move draws applause and delight from children and adults alike. Trailing behind him is Teddy Tucker, an eager newcomer mimicking Shivers’ every antic with innocent enthusiasm. The contrast between Shivers’ polished timing and Teddy’s chaotic attempts…
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      by LovelyMay Chapter 1: My Early Home begins with memories shaped in a peaceful pasture, surrounded by soft grass and the rhythmic hum of nature. At the heart of this place was a clean pond, bordered by rushes and lilies, where the water sparkled in the sun and offered cool relief on warmer days. One end of the field lay near a fir grove, where birds gathered and shade stretched generously, while the other opened toward our master’s house and a tilled field. In those early days, my world was small but complete—my…
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      by LovelyMay Chapter 34: An Old War Horse begins with the voice of Captain, an experienced military horse whose calm tone reflects years of service. In his younger days, Captain was proud to serve in the army. He trained tirelessly, mastering every drill with precision, always moving in sync with his rider. He describes the early days fondly—quick trots, sharp turns, halts on command, and galloping across open fields. The discipline gave him purpose, but more than that, his bond with his young cavalry officer brought…
    • CHAPTER XVIII – The Circus Boys Across the Continent Cover
      by LovelyMay CHAPTER XVIII - The Circus Boys Across the Continent unfolds with vivid energy as Teddy Tucker and other performers prepare for their acts, moving with confidence toward the arena. The atmosphere is charged with anticipation, as each act brings the promise of entertainment and risk. Behind the curtain, conversations carry weight, especially between Phil Forrest and Mr. Sparling, who discuss how Phil’s talents can serve both performance and managerial roles. Phil expresses his passion for the ring but…
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      Chaper 31

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      by testsuphomeAdmin The chapter opens on a quiet Christmas morning before dawn, with Maniac Magee waking Grayson to venture into the serene, snow-covered park. The untouched landscape, adorned with animal tracks and glittering stars, creates a magical atmosphere. They visit their special tree, absorbing its quiet beauty, and wander through the woods to the zoo, where they leave a pine branch at a muskrat den and whisper holiday greetings. The ducks greet them warmly, and Maniac shares a heartfelt moment with a baby buffalo,…
    • Chapter IV – A Moment of Head Importance–An Evening’s “Dramatic Readings”–A Most Strange Journey Cover
      by LovelyMay Chapter IV opens with a peculiar turn of events inside Frederick’s Hospital, where a pair of seemingly ordinary galoshes continues to shape lives in unexpected ways. A patient’s sudden recovery, traced back to the removal of those shoes, leaves the staff puzzled. These galoshes, forgotten in the commotion, are found and taken by a young hospital watchman. Fascinated more by practicality than magic, he decides to wear them on his shift. When a heavy rain begins and he’s faced with the challenge of…
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      Jack and Jill

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      by LovelyMay Jack and Jill opens with a moment of sadness that lingers. David, trying to comfort Miss Holbrook with music, meets only silence and a cold dismissal. Her sorrow seems sealed, too deep for even a violin’s tenderness to reach. Disturbed but not defeated, David leaves the house with a heavy heart. He wonders how someone surrounded by beauty could be so filled with pain. Rather than dwell on confusion, he sets off into the village in search of lightness and perhaps someone to share joy with. What he finds,…
    • Chapter XVIII – The circus boys in dixie Land Cover
      by LovelyMay Chapter XVIII begins with an uproarious scene that throws the circus into momentary disarray. A group of playful monkeys, having broken free, turn the big top into their personal jungle gym, climbing ropes and swinging out of reach of their handlers. While the crew scrambles below, shouting and waving poles, the monkeys remain blissfully unaware—or simply uninterested—in returning to their enclosure. Mr. Sparling’s stern calls do little to influence the creatures’ behavior. That’s when Phil, with…
    • Chapter 12: A Stormy Day Cover
      by LovelyMay Chapter 12: A Stormy Day begins with a brisk autumn morning as Black Beauty is harnessed for a journey with his master and John, the coachman. Though recent rains have made the ground soft and the river dangerously high, the atmosphere at the start is pleasant and fresh. The dog-cart, being light, moves easily along the early part of the route. They pass through villages and fields, the roads already muddy from the season's downpour. The group is in good spirits, unaware of how quickly the day will turn.…
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