Adventure of a Kite by Harriet Myrtle

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Author Myrtle, Harriet, 1811?-1876
Title Adventure of a Kite
Series Title The rose-bud stories, for young children
Note Reading ease score: 84.3 (6th grade). Easy to read.
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Summary "Adventure of a Kite" by Harriet Myrtle is a children’s story illustrating a delightful adventure involving a kite, written in the late 19th century. This book falls under the category of children's literature, likely aimed at young readers, and highlights themes of imagination and outdoor play. The narrative revolves around the experiences of Mary, her brother Willie, and their friend James White as they engage in a kite-flying escapade. In this charming tale, Mary and Willie, along with their energetic friend James White, venture to a meadow to fly a kite on a breezy October morning. James displays great enthusiasm and skill, getting the kite airborne to impressive heights. However, as the kite struggles against increasingly strong winds, chaos ensues when it takes control and drags James down the slope, eventually getting stuck in a tree. Despite the mishaps, James manages to rescue the kite, and the adventure concludes with unexpected surprises, including the discovery of young rooks that the kite's wild journey dislodged. The story emphasizes friendship, teamwork, and the spirit of adventure, ultimately leaving readers with a sense of joy and wonder. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class PZ: Language and Literatures: Juvenile belles lettres
Subject Children's stories
Subject Siblings -- Juvenile fiction
Subject Kites -- Juvenile fiction
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EBook-No. 18968
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Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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