Good stories for great birthdays
Arranged for story-telling and reading aloud and for the children's own readingBy Frances Jenkins Olcott
Length11h 11m
About this audiobook
In "Good Stories for Great Birthdays," Frances Jenkins Olcott curates a delightful anthology tailored specifically for children's birthday celebrations. This collection showcases her remarkable literary style, combining engaging narratives with whimsical illustrations, making each story an enchanting read. The work is grounded in the early 20th-century tradition of children's literature, reflecting the period's emphasis on moral development and entertainment, offering timeless tales that captivate young imaginations and foster a love for storytelling. Frances Jenkins Olcott, a prominent figure in children's literature, was deeply influenced by her own childhood and the joys of storytelling. Her commitment to fostering literacy and imagination in young readers is evident throughout her work. Drawing from her experience as a librarian and educator, Olcott aimed to create accessible, meaningful stories that celebrate the magic of birthdays, showcasing the connection between storytelling and childhood joy. For parents, educators, and lovers of children's literature, "Good Stories for Great Birthdays" is an invaluable resource. This anthology not only enriches birthday celebrations with engaging stories but also serves as a testament to the power of narrative in shaping youthful experiences. A perfect addition to any child's bookshelf, it invites readers to explore, learn, and revel in the joy of storytelling.
Audiobook details
GenreChildren's Literature
Length11 hrs 11 mins
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateNov 2, 2023
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1Introduction
26OFF WITH JOHN BURROUGHS From Roosevelt’s Autobiography
2ILLUSTRATIONS
27THE BIG STICK
3COLUMBUS
28A-HUNTING TREES WITH JOHN MUIR From Roosevelt’s Autobiography
4THE SEA OF DARKNESS
29THE BEAR HUNTERS’ DINNER From Roosevelt’s Autobiography
5THE FORTUNATE ISLES
30HUNTING IN AFRICA From Roosevelt’s Autobiography
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6THE ABSURD TRUTH
31THE EVER FAITHFUL ISLAND
7CATHAY THE GOLDEN
32THE COLONEL OF THE ROUGH RIDERS
8THE EMERALD ISLANDS Columbus’s Day, October 12, 1492
33THE RIVER OF DOUBT
9THE MAGNIFICENT RETURN
34THEODORE ROOSEVELT
10The Pearls
35INDEPENDENCE DAY
11The Curse of the Pearls
36A SON OF LIBERTY
12QUEEN ISABELLA’S PAGE
37THE ADAMS FAMILY
13THE TWIN CITIES
38AID TO THE SISTER COLONY
14THE PEARLS AGAIN
39A FAMOUS DATE
15THE BOY OF GREAT TOWER HILL
40WHAT A GLORIOUS MORNING!
16HE WORE IT AS LONG AS HE COULD
41JOHN TO SAMUEL
17THE PEACEMAKER
42A GENTLEMAN FROM VIRGINIA
18WESTWARD HO, AND AWAY!
43THE BOY WHO BECAME PRESIDENT
19THE CITY OF BROTHERLY LOVE
44HOW SHALL THE STARS BE PLACED?
20THE PLACE OF KINGS
45THE MYSTERIOUS STRANGER
21ONAS
46HIS LAST TOAST
22THE SQUARE DEAL
47THIS TERRIBLE CORNET OF HORSE
23THE BOY WHO GREW STRONG
48THE CHARTER OF LIBERTY The Signing of the Magna Carta, 1215
24SAGAMORE HILL His Home at Oyster Bay From Roosevelt’s Autobiography
49AMERICA’S DEFENDER
25THE CHILDREN OF SAGAMORE HILL
50THE SONS OF LIBERTY
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