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Crosland, T. W. H. (Thomas William Hodgson)
1865
1924
Crosland, Thomas William Hodgson
McNeill, Angus
Mayer, Henry
1868
1954
Mayer, Hy. (Henry)
Little people : $b an alphabet
The dumpy books for children; 11
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"Little People: An Alphabet" by T. W. H. Crosland is a children’s book that was written in the early 20th century. This engaging work is part of The Dumpy Books for Children series, designed to introduce young readers to letters of the alphabet through whimsical verses and colorful illustrations by Henry Mayer. The book likely serves as an educational tool, showcasing different cultures and nationalities from A to Z. The content consists of playful rhymes corresponding to each letter of the alphabet, where each verse describes a character representing a particular nationality or culture. For instance, readers meet an Arab with a beautiful horse, a Dutch girl with wooden shoes, and a cheerful Japanese child with a love for parasols. Each character is depicted with unique traits and attributes, allowing children to learn about diversity while enjoying the rhythmic and entertaining verses. Overall, "Little People: An Alphabet" blends education with humor, making it a delightful introduction to the world’s various cultures for young readers. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Reading ease score: 83.8 (6th grade). Easy to read.
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Alphabet rhymes
Ethnicity -- Juvenile poetry
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Category: Children & Young Adult Reading
Category: Poetry
Category: Humour
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