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2006-01-28
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Butterworth, Hezekiah
1839
1905
Little Sky-High; Or, The Surprising Doings of Washee-Washee-Wang
Reading ease score: 83.5 (6th grade). Easy to read.
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"Little Sky-High; Or, The Surprising Doings of Washee-Washee-Wang" by Hezekiah Butterworth is a children's novel written in the early 20th century. The story focuses on the adventures of a young Chinese boy, nicknamed Sky-High (or Washee-Washee-Wang), who is brought to America to be educated in an American household. The book highlights themes of cultural exchange and the relationships between children of different backgrounds, illustrating the importance of kindness and understanding. The narrative unfolds in the home of the Van Buren family, where Sky-High becomes a beloved kitchen boy. Despite facing initial challenges from local children, who mockingly call him names, he quickly wins the affection of Lucy and Charles, the Van Buren children. As the story progresses, Sky-High shares his rich cultural heritage, including mesmerizing tales, traditional customs, and even celebrations like the Fourth of July and Christmas. Ultimately, it is revealed that Sky-High is of noble descent, being the son of a mandarin, which enriches the relationships and mutual respect between him and his American friends. The book concludes with their delightful adventures in China, reinforcing lessons about acceptance, friendship, and the beauty of diversity. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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Children -- Conduct of life -- Juvenile fiction
Siblings -- Juvenile fiction
Voyages and travels -- Juvenile fiction
Chinese -- Massachusetts -- Juvenile fiction
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