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Pierson, Clara Dillingham
Gordon, F. C.
1856
1924
Gordon, Frederick C. (Frederick Charles)
Among the Meadow People
The butterfly that went calling -- The robins build a nest -- The selfish tent-caterpillar -- The lazy snail -- An ant that wore wings -- The cheerful harvestmen -- The little spider's first web -- The beetle who did not like caterpillars -- The young robin who was afraid to fly -- The crickets' school -- The contented earthworms -- The measuring worm's joke -- A puzzled cicada -- The tree frog's story -- The day when the grass was cut -- The grasshopper and the measuring worm run a race -- Mr. Green Frog and his visitors -- The dignified walking-sticks -- The day of the great storm -- The story of lily-pad island -- The grasshopper who wouldn't be scared -- The earthworm half-brothers -- A gossiping fly -- The frog-hoppers go out into the world -- The mosquito tries to teach his neighbors -- The frog who thought herself sick -- The katydid's quarrel -- The last party of the season.
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"Among the Meadow People" by Clara Dillingham Pierson is a collection of delightful children's stories written in the late 19th century. This charming work brings to life various insects and creatures residing in meadows and gardens, showcasing their unique personalities and interactions with one another. Each tale captures a different facet of their lives, providing both entertainment and gentle moral lessons for young readers. The opening of the book features an introduction from Pierson, highlighting that the stories were originally created for her kindergarten students and later compiled for a wider audience. The narrative begins with the story of Mr. Yellow Butterfly, who, newly emerged from his chrysalis, embarks on his first flights and encounters other meadow inhabitants like the Daisies and Cardinals. Through these encounters, Pierson illustrates themes of identity, belonging, and the importance of understanding one another's unique roles in the natural world, all set against a backdrop of vibrant meadow life. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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Reading ease score: 86.9 (6th grade). Easy to read.
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Animals -- Juvenile fiction
Children's stories
Natural history -- Juvenile fiction
Meadows -- Juvenile fiction
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Category: Short Stories
Category: Children & Young Adult Reading
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