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Barrow, Sarah L.
Barrow, S. L. (Sarah L.)
Aunt Fanny's daughter
Funny Little Socks
Being the Fourth Book
Little mother -- Dolls at housekeeping -- The fairy wish.
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"Funny Little Socks" by Sarah L. Barrow is a children’s book written in the early 1860s. This charming publication, which is part of a series entitled "The Sock Stories," features a collection of whimsical narratives aimed at young readers. The main topic revolves around the imaginative adventures of children and their play with dolls, blending elements of fantasy and moral lessons in a manner suited for entertaining young imaginations. In the stories, characters such as Kitty May embrace the role of "Little Mother," showcasing their playful nurturing towards younger siblings during playful escapades. Themes of family love, creativity, and companionship are evident as the children engage in pretend play with their dolls, turning simple household items into setting for grand adventures. The tales explore the joy of childhood imagination, with characters navigating humorous difficulties, such as a wedding between two dolls or the playfully wished relocation of a house by a fairy spell. Collectively, the stories celebrate the innocence of childhood and the limitless boundaries of imagination, making it an enjoyable read for both children and adults. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Reading ease score: 78.2 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
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Children's poetry
Conduct of life -- Juvenile fiction
Children's stories
Children -- Conduct of life -- Juvenile fiction
Wit and humor, Juvenile
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