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Little Folks (December 1884) : A Magazine for the Young

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Format:
Book
Author/Creator:
Various
Language:
English
Physical Description:
1 online resource : multiple file formats
Place of Publication:
Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg,
Summary:
"Little Folks" by Various is a children's magazine filled with stories, poems, and educational material written in the late 19th century. The publication offers a diverse range of content designed to entertain and educate young readers through whimsical tales, crafts, and insights into the world around them. Themes of adventure, creativity, and moral lessons dominate the narratives, all tailored for a youthful audience. The beginning of "Little Folks" presents an instructional and engaging layout, indicating it is a collection rather than a singular narrative. The index includes varied sections dedicated to amusements, short stories, poetry, and practical activities like cooking. For instance, one entry highlights a story about a girl named Agnes who, tasked with caring for her siblings during a snowstorm, displays bravery and resourcefulness, touching on the magazine's intent to portray children in heroic and relatable scenarios. The volume promises a mix of creativity and life lessons, inviting young readers to explore new ideas while developing their imaginations. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Credits:
Produced by Chris Curnow, Joseph Cooper and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net
Notes:
Reading ease score: 80.0 (6th grade). Easy to read.
Release date is 2009-02-05

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