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Fryer, Jane Eayre
1876
Zwirner, William F.
16003148
The Mary Frances Garden Book; or, Adventures Among the Garden People
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"The Mary Frances Garden Book; or, Adventures Among the Garden People" by Jane Eayre Fryer is a children's educational story written in the early 20th century. This book blends fiction with practical gardening advice, following the adventures of Mary Frances, a young girl passionate about gardening, and her chicken companion, Feather Flop, who helps her learn about cultivating plants. The narrative aims to inspire young readers to appreciate the joys of gardening while teaching them valuable scientific concepts related to nature and plant growth. The opening of the narrative introduces Mary Frances, who is eager to start her own garden but feels overwhelmed by the gardening information she's reading. She is visited by Feather Flop, a rooster who claims he knows a lot about gardening because he lives in one. Together, they discuss plans for the garden, debating the importance of flowers versus vegetables. The whimsical yet instructional dialogue highlights the book's intent to engage children in both the magical elements of gardening and the practical skills needed to succeed, including planning and planting. This charming start sets the stage for further gardening adventures and lessons for Mary Frances and her friends. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Reading ease score: 83.2 (6th grade). Easy to read.
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Gardening
Gardening -- Juvenile literature
Mary Frances (Fictitious character) -- Juvenile fiction
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