74 Results with the "Children's Literature" genre
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A SURPRISE FOR MR. JACK
Chapter XIII of "Just David," titled "A Surprise for Mr. Jack," unfolds a poignant narrative embedding the transformative influence of a young boy, David, on the villagers and particularly on the lives at the Holly farmhouse. The chapter reveals how David, with his unique perspective on life and nature, gradually changes the worldview of the pragmatic Simeon Holly and his wife, Ellen. David's peculiar behaviors—his preference for sunsets over supper, flowers over toy pistols, and his compassionate…-
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ANSWERS THAT DID NOT ANSWER
Chapter XII of "Just David" opens with David recounting to a man and a little girl, identified as Jack and Jill respectively, his encounter with a group of boys from which he emerged battered but victorious, thanks to his desire to rescue a cat. The siblings, living in a small house across the creek from Sunnycrest, provide care for David's injuries while trying to understand the courageous yet enigmatic boy who fought off six older boys to save an animal. Through their conversation, it is revealed that…-
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JACK AND JILL
In this chapter, David encounters Miss Holbrook, the "Lady of the Roses," who expresses her deep sorrow, revealing her desire to forget her painful memories, leaving David stunned by her lack of joy. His attempt to comfort her through his violin only highlights the depth of her despair. Unable to soothe her, David leaves as Miss Holbrook abruptly dismisses the melancholic scene. Driven by restlessness, David explores the village further and stumbles upon a group of boys playing in a lot. Having had…-
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THE LADY OF THE ROSES
Chapter X of "Just David" entitled "The Lady of the Roses" showcases a significant development in the life of a young boy named David and his impact on the lives of those around him, especially Joe and his family. The chapter opens with David's transformative presence in Joe's life, bringing music, companionship, and food to alleviate the hardships of Joe's family. Joe's love for music, inherited from his father, resonates deeply with David, leading to a heartfelt sharing of David's violin, offering Joe a…-
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JOE
In Chapter IX of "Just David," titled "Joe," David continues to adapt to his new life away from his familiar, beloved home in the mountains, painfully aware of his father's absence and the new obligations set upon him by Farmer Holly. Despite diligently trying to meet expectations and work tasks, David feels a strong sense of disconnect and longing for meaningful engagement, something he only truly feels when exploring the world after his daily chores. David’s afternoons are rich with discovery, both in…-
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THE PUZZLING “DOS” AND “DON’TS”
Chapter VIII of "Just David" titled "The Puzzling 'Dos' and 'Don'ts'" introduces David to a new way of life filled with rules that often contradict his natural inclinations towards beauty and freedom. David finds himself navigating a world where productive tasks are mandatory ("dos"), such as hoeing corn, pulling weeds, and filling woodboxes, while his pleasures like lying under apple trees, exploring the brook, or observing insects are frowned upon ("don'ts"). Farmer Holly, on his part, experiences…-
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“YOU’RE WANTED–YOU’RE WANTED!”
Chapter VII of "Just David" unfolds over a tense and emotional weekend at the Hollies’ farmhouse, capturing the essence of misunderstanding, yearning for belonging, and the transformative power of music and compassion. David, experiencing his first days away from his father and the free, joyous life they led, confronts the harsh reality that he is unwanted by his current guardians, Simeon and Mrs. Holly. Overhearing a conversation between the couple about his uncertain future, David seeks solace in the…-
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Chapter VI of "Just David" entitled "Nuisances, Necessary and Otherwise" revolves around David's adaptation to the rigid, structured life at the Hollies' farmhouse. It begins with David, a boy accustomed to the freedom and beauty of nature, offering to help Mrs. Holly with the dishes, a proposition she initially refuses due to his dirty hands. This encounter prompts David to question the value of housework, which Mrs. Holly defends as essential labor, unlike David's father, who deemed such chores…
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DISCORDS
In Chapter V of "Just David" titled "Discords," the small village of Hinsdale is stirred by a mysterious case involvin a deceased man found in Farmer Holly's barn, a puzzling scenario enhanced by the presence of David and his father who had recently arrived in town. Initially thought to be tramps, David and his deceased father intrigue the townsfolk due to their unusual behavior and the mystery surrounding their identities. Despite efforts, the man's identity remains a mystery, prompting the townspeople to…-
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TWO LETTERS
In Chapter IV of "Just David" titled "Two Letters," David, a young boy, wakes up in unfamiliar surroundings, realizing the permanence of his father's absence. In his confusion and distress, David encounters Perry Larson, who attempts to sympathize with David's situation. Unable to understand the fate of his father fully or the adults around him, David declines an invitation to breakfast and plans to return to his mountain home, believing it to be where he belongs and where his father would find him if he…-
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