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Title: The Story of Patsy

Note: Reading ease score: 79.3 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.

Credits: E-text prepared by Juliet Sutherland, Project Gutenberg Beginners Projects,

Summary: "The Story of Patsy" by Kate Douglas Smith Wiggin is a children's novel that was written in the late 19th century. This heartwarming book revolves around the life of a young boy named Patsy, a child who has experienced significant hardship and loss. Set against the backdrop of a community and educational environment that deeply cares for its children, the narrative centers on themes of compassion, childhood, and the importance of emotional and social growth. In the story, Patsy is introduced as a severely neglected and marginalized child who has lost years of his life due to neglect and abuse. He eventually finds comfort and belonging at a local Kindergarten where Miss Kate, the teacher, takes a special interest in him. Throughout the novel, we see Patsy struggle with his past traumas but also gradually learn about love, kindness, and the joy of friendship. As the children in the Kindergarten interact with him, they share stories, laughter, and the trials of childhood, ultimately helping to heal his wounded spirit. The narrative beautifully captures the transformative power of community and love in the life of a child. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Author: Wiggin, Kate Douglas Smith, 1856-1923

EBook No.: 13506

Published: Sep 20, 2004

Downloads: 72

Language: English

Subject: Conduct of life -- Juvenile literature

Subject: Boys -- Juvenile literature

LoCC: Language and Literatures: Juvenile belles lettres

Category: Text

Rights: Public domain in the USA.

This edition has images.

Title: The Story of Patsy

Note: Reading ease score: 79.3 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.

Credits: E-text prepared by Juliet Sutherland, Project Gutenberg Beginners Projects,

Summary: "The Story of Patsy" by Kate Douglas Smith Wiggin is a children's novel that was written in the late 19th century. This heartwarming book revolves around the life of a young boy named Patsy, a child who has experienced significant hardship and loss. Set against the backdrop of a community and educational environment that deeply cares for its children, the narrative centers on themes of compassion, childhood, and the importance of emotional and social growth. In the story, Patsy is introduced as a severely neglected and marginalized child who has lost years of his life due to neglect and abuse. He eventually finds comfort and belonging at a local Kindergarten where Miss Kate, the teacher, takes a special interest in him. Throughout the novel, we see Patsy struggle with his past traumas but also gradually learn about love, kindness, and the joy of friendship. As the children in the Kindergarten interact with him, they share stories, laughter, and the trials of childhood, ultimately helping to heal his wounded spirit. The narrative beautifully captures the transformative power of community and love in the life of a child. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Author: Wiggin, Kate Douglas Smith, 1856-1923

EBook No.: 13506

Published: Sep 20, 2004

Downloads: 72

Language: English

Subject: Conduct of life -- Juvenile literature

Subject: Boys -- Juvenile literature

LoCC: Language and Literatures: Juvenile belles lettres

Category: Text

Rights: Public domain in the USA.