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Title: The Tale of Kiddie Katydid

Note: Reading ease score: 84.7 (6th grade). Easy to read.

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Summary: "The Tale of Kiddie Katydid" by Arthur Scott Bailey is a children's story written in the early 20th century, part of the "Tuck-Me-In Tales" series. This charming tale revolves around Kiddie Katydid, a musical insect whose catchy refrain—"Katy did, Katy did; she did, she did!"—captures the attention of the other woodland creatures during the summer nights. A delightful mixture of humor and gentle life lessons unfolds as Kiddie's adventures and interactions with various characters highlight themes of friendship, bravery, and self-acceptance. The plot follows Kiddie Katydid as he navigates life in Pleasant Valley, dealing with other nocturnal creatures like Mr. Nighthawk and Mr. Frog. A significant portion of the story centers around the mystery of "Katy" and the secrets shared among the Katydids. As the narrative progresses, Kiddie's growing confidence shines through, especially when he refuses the taunts of his rivals and embraces his unique talents. Eventually, a twist arises with the arrival of Leaper the Locust's long-lost cousins, prompting Kiddie to reflect on his values and friendships. Bailey's storytelling, combined with enchanting illustrations, makes this tale an engaging read for children and a delightful reminder of the beauty of individuality and community. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Author: Bailey, Arthur Scott, 1877-1949

Illustrator: Smith, Harry L. (Illustrator)

EBook No.: 24608

Published: Feb 14, 2008

Downloads: 74

Language: English

Subject: Animals -- Juvenile fiction

Subject: Conduct of life -- Juvenile fiction

Subject: Children's stories, American

Subject: Katydids -- Juvenile fiction

LoCC: Language and Literatures: Juvenile belles lettres

Category: Text

Rights: Public domain in the USA.

urn:gutenberg:24608:2 2008-02-14T00:00:00+00:00 Public domain in the USA. Smith, Harry L. (Illustrator) Bailey, Arthur Scott en 1
2024-11-08T18:22:54Z The Tale of Kiddie Katydid

This edition has images.

Title: The Tale of Kiddie Katydid

Note: Reading ease score: 84.7 (6th grade). Easy to read.

Credits: Produced by Joe Longo, Emmy and the Online Distributed
Proofreading Team at https: //www.pgdp.net

Summary: "The Tale of Kiddie Katydid" by Arthur Scott Bailey is a children's story written in the early 20th century, part of the "Tuck-Me-In Tales" series. This charming tale revolves around Kiddie Katydid, a musical insect whose catchy refrain—"Katy did, Katy did; she did, she did!"—captures the attention of the other woodland creatures during the summer nights. A delightful mixture of humor and gentle life lessons unfolds as Kiddie's adventures and interactions with various characters highlight themes of friendship, bravery, and self-acceptance. The plot follows Kiddie Katydid as he navigates life in Pleasant Valley, dealing with other nocturnal creatures like Mr. Nighthawk and Mr. Frog. A significant portion of the story centers around the mystery of "Katy" and the secrets shared among the Katydids. As the narrative progresses, Kiddie's growing confidence shines through, especially when he refuses the taunts of his rivals and embraces his unique talents. Eventually, a twist arises with the arrival of Leaper the Locust's long-lost cousins, prompting Kiddie to reflect on his values and friendships. Bailey's storytelling, combined with enchanting illustrations, makes this tale an engaging read for children and a delightful reminder of the beauty of individuality and community. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Author: Bailey, Arthur Scott, 1877-1949

Illustrator: Smith, Harry L. (Illustrator)

EBook No.: 24608

Published: Feb 14, 2008

Downloads: 74

Language: English

Subject: Animals -- Juvenile fiction

Subject: Conduct of life -- Juvenile fiction

Subject: Children's stories, American

Subject: Katydids -- Juvenile fiction

LoCC: Language and Literatures: Juvenile belles lettres

Category: Text

Rights: Public domain in the USA.

urn:gutenberg:24608:3 2008-02-14T00:00:00+00:00 Public domain in the USA. Smith, Harry L. (Illustrator) Bailey, Arthur Scott en 1