The Old Meadow


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Chester Cricket and his friends from the meadow have to help poor old Mr. Budd. He and his dog Dubber have to move out of their quiet corner of the Old Meadow because it has been named a historical landmark. Chester Cricket and the meadowfolk band together to save Mr. Budd from being evicted from the Old Meadow by the town council. Through their efforts and dreams, they are able to stop the world one magical night just long enough to make a difference.




DAISY OF "OLD MEADOW"


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"Daisy of 'Old Meadow'" is a captivating novel authored by means of Agnes Giberne, a prolific creator of the 19th and early 20th centuries. The story unfolds inside the picturesque putting of "Old Meadow," a locale that serves as the backdrop for the protagonist, Daisy, as she embarks on a journey of self-discovery and resilience. Agnes Giberne, regarded for her contributions to children's literature and technology writing, brings her storytelling prowess to this painting. "Daisy of 'Old Meadow'" probable showcases Giberne's capability to combination narrative allure with subject matters of person development and ethical instructions. The novel may additionally explore Daisy's studies, friendships, and the challenges she faces, imparting readers with relatable and engaging content. The identify indicates a connection to nature and the idyllic environment of "Old Meadow," hinting at a story that integrates the beauty of the natural global into the protagonist's adventures. Giberne's paintings, rooted within the values of the time, may additionally offer readers no longer simplest entertainment but also insights into the moral and social expectancies accepted in the course of the period. "Daisy of 'Old Meadow'" stands as a testament to Agnes Giberne's literary legacy, inviting readers to discover the captivating international she creates via the eyes of a younger protagonist.




Andrew Henry's Meadow


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A classic reissued for a new generation Andrew Henry has two younger brothers, who are always together, and two older sisters, who are always together. But Andrew Henry is in the middle--and he's always with himself. He doesn't mind this very much, because he's an inventor. But when Andrew Henry's family doesn't appreciate him or his inventions, he decides it's time to run away. Many children in the neighborhood feel the same way and follow him to his meadow, where he builds each of his friends a unique house of their very own. But in town the families miss their children and do everything they can to find them. And the kids realize that it feels a little lonely out in the meadow without their parents. Just as relevant today as it was in 1967, this is a heart-warming story about children who want to feel special and appreciated for who they are. With a new jacket and expanded trim size, Andrew Henry is ready to enchant the next generation of kids.







Over in the Meadow


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A traditional counting rhyme describing the activities of various baby animals, from one turtle to ten foxes.




History of the Goodspeed family


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History of the Goodspeed family, profusely illustrated being a genealogical and narrative record extending from 1380 to 1906, and embracing material concerning the family collected during eighteen years of research, together with maps, plates, charts, etc




The Old Meadow


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Illustrated in bandw, heroic Chester Cricket and fellow animal friends help save the kind, old hermit from being evicted.




Harry Kitten and Tucker Mouse


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New editions of old favorites Meet Harry Kitten and Tucker Mouse. No one would ever dream that a cat and mouse could become friends, but that doesn't stop Harry and Tucker. All they have is each other to depend on. Together they begin an exciting adventure throughout New York, searching for a home they can call their own. But the two friends run into some troublesome times in their journey around town. Is all hope lost? Where will they turn to next? Join Chester Cricket and his friends in this classic tale from George Selden.




Black Beauty's Early Days in the Meadow


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One of the most popular animal stories of all time, Anna Sewell's Black Beauty was first published in 1877. Drawn from the original text and intended for even the youngest of horse lovers, Black Beauty's Early Days in the Meadow depicts the first few months of the horse's life as a foal frolicking in the meadow. Artist Jane Monroe Donovan renders the classic story in lush oil paintings that convey a pastoral world of green fields and shady trees, while tenderly capturing the special love between mare and foal. The perfect harmony of words and pictures proves once again that the simplest messages are often the strongest. Readers will relish the sweetness of life in the meadow and the companionship of family and friends.




The Meadow


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An American Library Association Notable Book In discrete disclosures joined with the intricacy of a spider's web, James Galvin depicts the hundred-year history of a meadow in the arid mountains of the Colorado/Wyoming border. Galvin describes the seasons, the weather, the wildlife, and the few people who do not possess but are themselves possessed by this terrain. In so doing he reveals an experience that is part of our heritage and mythology. For Lyle, Ray, Clara, and App, the struggle to survive on an independent family ranch is a series of blameless failures and unacclaimed successes that illuminate the Western character. The Meadow evokes a sense of place that can be achieved only by someone who knows it intimately.