126 Results with the "Children's Literature" genre
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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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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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THE TOWER WINDOW
In Chapter XIV of "Just David," entitled "The Tower Window," David's unwavering curiosity and innocence lead him to venture once again into the domain of his Lady of the Roses. Setting out with his violin, he is initially disappointed not to find her in the garden but is drawn to the majestic house by the allure of unfamiliar music and the architectural beauty he has long admired from afar. Upon entering the house, David is entranced by the opulence and novel surroundings he encounters—a stark contrast…-
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SECRETS
In Chapter XV of "Just David," titled "Secrets," David is eager to share his experiences from his second visit to Sunnycrest with Jack and Jill. However, upon arrival, he finds only Jill at home. Their interaction is less awkward this time, and they converse freely in the open outdoors. David is disappointed that Jack is not there, as he especially wanted to see him. Jill explains Jack's absence by saying he's "gone pot-boiling," a metaphor for Jack selling garden produce to make ends meet, despite his…-
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DAVID’S CASTLE IN SPAIN
In Chapter XVI of "Just David," the story delves into David's newfound hope and plans fueled by his discovery of gold pieces, which he sees as a means to pursue his passion for violin and to bask in the realm of music that truly understands him. David, elated by his treasure, imagines a future filled with music and joy, contemplating the right moment to share his plans with his friends and caretakers. His daily chores and tasks, even the mundane ones, are now imbued with a sense of purpose and anticipation…-
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DAVID TO THE RESCUE
David to the Rescue" encapsulates a poignant night in the life of young David, who transitions from a world of innocence and music into the stark reality of economic hardship and self-sacrifice. On a moonlit evening, haunted by the tale of "The Princess and the Pauper," David is drawn away from his usual enchantment with nature to confront a palpable human crisis at the Holly farmhouse. Here, he learns of the Hollys' financial destitution caused by a bank failure, threatening their home with foreclosure…-
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THE UNBEAUTIFUL WORLD
In "The Unbeautiful World," David grapples with internal conflicts and complexities of life, stirring from the contradictions between his expectations and reality. After forfeiting his cherished "start" for the Hollys' sake, he oscillates between fulfillment in helping them and longing for the impactful work he envisioned in the wider, beautiful world. This duality of emotions plunges him into a mire of confusion about life's nature. David seeks counsel from Mr. Jack, ignoring discussions about the gold…-
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Black Beauty
Black Beauty by Anna Sewell is a classic novel told from the perspective of a horse, recounting his experiences with both kind and cruel owners while highlighting the importance of kindness and humane treatment of animals.-
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01 My Early Home
My earliest memories are of a large, serene meadow, the first home I can recall vividly. It was adorned with a clear pond, shaded by trees, bordered by rushes and water-lilies at one end, and overlooked by a grove of fir trees at the other. Beyond its confines, I could glimpse our master's house and a plowed field. In my youth, nourished by my mother's milk, I stayed close to her, frolicking by day and resting by her side at night. The pond was our refuge from the heat, and a cozy shed near the grove…-
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02 The Hunt
Before I turned two, a memorable event occurred during an early spring morning cloaked in a light mist. Being in the lower field with my fellow colts, we were suddenly attentive to distant dog cries, signaling the beginning of a hunt as acknowledged by the most senior among us. With curiosity, we all moved to a vantage point, where my mother and an elderly horse of our master's possession joined in observing the unfolding scene. The ensuing chase of a hare by a pack of hounds, accompanied by men on…-
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