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Paine, Albert Bigelow
1861
1937
Condé, J. M.
Conde, J. M.
Condé, J. W.
Mr. Turtle's Flying Adventure
Hollow Tree Stories
Reading ease score: 83.9 (6th grade). Easy to read.
Mr. Turtle's flying adventure -- The deep woods elopement -- In Mr. Man's car -- Mr. 'Possum's car -- How Mr. 'Possum's tail became bare.
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"Mr. Turtle's Flying Adventure" by Albert Bigelow Paine is a children's story that belongs to the genre of animal fables, written in the early 20th century. The book is part of the "Hollow Tree Stories" collection and centers around the whimsical lives of animal characters, showcasing their adventures and interactions in a playful and imaginative manner. The likely topic focuses on themes of friendship, bravery, and the absurdity of their adventures. In this tale, Mr. Turtle recounts an extraordinary episode from his childhood, when he mistakenly believed he could fly. His friends from the Hollow Tree, including Mr. Crow, Mr. Rabbit, and Mr. 'Possum, join him for a fishing trip, during which Mr. Turtle narrates his encounter with Mr. Eagle. Feeling brave, Mr. Turtle convinces Mr. Eagle to take him for a flight. However, the adventure takes a comical turn as Mr. Turtle falls but miraculously lands safely, leading to an unexpected twist in the story. Through humor and valuable life lessons, the narrative encourages readers to embrace their uniqueness and the importance of friendship. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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