Dandelion Cottage by Carroll Watson Rankin
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About this eBook
| Author | Rankin, Carroll Watson, 1870- |
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| Illustrator | Stevens, Mary |
| Title | Dandelion Cottage |
| Note | Reading ease score: 81.4 (6th grade). Easy to read. |
| Credits |
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| Summary | "Dandelion Cottage" by Carroll Watson Rankin is a children's novel written in the early 20th century. The story centers around a group of young girls, specifically Bettie Tucker and her friends—Mabel, Jean, and Marjory—who yearn for a place of their own to escape the chaos of their homes. Equipped with determination and creativity, the girls take on the challenge of transforming a neglected cottage into a playhouse, while also navigating the challenges of childhood friendship, responsibility, and the art of imaginative play. At the start of the story, the girls discover Dandelion Cottage, a small and rundown building that has been empty for some time. They dream of using it for their own adventures but realize they lack the means to rent it. Through a deal struck with Mr. Black, the church warden, they agree to clear the overgrown yard in exchange for use of the cottage for the summer. As they clean and restore the cottage, the girls experience the joys and trials of teamwork, showcasing their personalities—from spirited and practical Bettie to imaginative Marjory and the ever-pessimistic Mabel. This opening sets the tone for a heartwarming exploration of childhood and friendship, filled with delightful camaraderie and the bittersweet elements of growing up. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PZ: Language and Literatures: Juvenile belles lettres |
| Subject | Friendship -- Juvenile fiction |
| Subject | Girls -- Juvenile fiction |
| Subject | Michigan -- Juvenile fiction |
| Subject | Cottages -- Juvenile fiction |
| Subject | Superior, Lake -- Juvenile fiction |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 37871 |
| Release Date | Oct 28, 2011 |
| Most Recently Updated | Jan 8, 2021 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 103 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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