Little Ferns For Fanny's Little Friends By: Fanny Fern (1811-1872)
Little Ferns For Fanny's Little Friends by Fanny Fern is a delightful children's book that combines fun storytelling with valuable life lessons. Fanny Fern's writing style is engaging and captivating, making it an enjoyable read for both children and adults alike. The book is a collection of short stories that follow the adventures of various animal characters, each teaching a different moral lesson. From the importance of kindness and empathy to the value of friendship and bravery, these tales are filled with valuable messages that children can easily understand and apply to their own lives. One of the aspects that I appreciated most about this book is the diversity of the stories. It covers a wide range of themes and topics, including animals from different habitats and backgrounds. This adds depth and breadth to the storytelling, allowing children to develop a broader understanding of the world around them. Fanny Fern's writing is wonderfully descriptive, painting vivid pictures that capture the imagination. The characters come alive on the pages, making it easy for young readers to connect with them. The use of simple language and clear dialogue makes it accessible for children to read on their own or enjoy as a bedtime story with their parents. Additionally, the stunning illustrations throughout the book further enhance the reading experience. The colorful and lively artwork perfectly complements the stories, bringing the imaginative world to life. One of the highlights of this book is Fanny Fern's ability to subtly weave meaningful life lessons into each story. The morals are never preachy or overbearing, but rather gently reinforce positive values. This allows children to learn important principles without feeling overwhelmed or bored. Overall, Little Ferns For Fanny's Little Friends is a charming and well-crafted children's book. Fanny Fern's storytelling is captivating and the morals conveyed in each story are valuable lessons for young readers. This book is a wonderful addition to any child's library and will surely inspire imagination and growth. First Page: THIRTY FIRST THOUSAND. LITTLE FERNS FOR FANNY'S LITTLE FRIENDS. BY THE AUTHOR OF "FERN LEAVES." WITH ORIGINAL DESIGNS BY FRED M. COFFIN. AUBURN AND BUFFALO: MILLER, ORTON & MULLIGAN. 1854. Published first in England by International Arrangement with the American Proprietors, and entered at Stationers' Hall. Entered according to Act of Congress, in the year one thousand eight hundred and fifty three, by DERBY AND MILLER, In the Clerk's Office of the District Court of the Northern District of New York. STEREOTYPED BY DERBY AND MILLER, AUBURN. TO MY LITTLE DAUGHTER THESE "Little Ferns" ARE AFFECTIONATELY DEDICATED "They reckon not by months, and years Where she hath gone to dwell." PREFACE. DEAR CHILDREN: Aunt Fanny has written you some stories, which she hopes will please and divert you. She would rather have come to you, and told them, that she might have seen your bright faces; but as that could not be, she sends her little book instead. Perhaps you will sometime come and see her, and then won't we have a nice time telling stories? Where do I live? Won't you tell certain true? Won't you tell Susy, or Mary, or Hatty, or Sammy, or Tommy, or even your pet Uncle Charley? Oh, I can't tell! "If I tell it to one, she will tell it to two, And the next cup of tea, they will plot what they'll do; So I'll tell nobody, I'll tell nobody, I'll tell nobody; no not I!" FANNY FERN... Continue reading book >>

Little Ferns For Fanny's Little Friends By: Fanny Fern (1811-1872)

Little Ferns For Fanny's Little Friends by Fanny Fern is a delightful children's book that combines fun storytelling with valuable life lessons. Fanny Fern's writing style is engaging and captivating, making it an enjoyable read for both children and adults alike.

The book is a collection of short stories that follow the adventures of various animal characters, each teaching a different moral lesson. From the importance of kindness and empathy to the value of friendship and bravery, these tales are filled with valuable messages that children can easily understand and apply to their own lives.

One of the aspects that I appreciated most about this book is the diversity of the stories. It covers a wide range of themes and topics, including animals from different habitats and backgrounds. This adds depth and breadth to the storytelling, allowing children to develop a broader understanding of the world around them.

Fanny Fern's writing is wonderfully descriptive, painting vivid pictures that capture the imagination. The characters come alive on the pages, making it easy for young readers to connect with them. The use of simple language and clear dialogue makes it accessible for children to read on their own or enjoy as a bedtime story with their parents.

Additionally, the stunning illustrations throughout the book further enhance the reading experience. The colorful and lively artwork perfectly complements the stories, bringing the imaginative world to life.

One of the highlights of this book is Fanny Fern's ability to subtly weave meaningful life lessons into each story. The morals are never preachy or overbearing, but rather gently reinforce positive values. This allows children to learn important principles without feeling overwhelmed or bored.

Overall, Little Ferns For Fanny's Little Friends is a charming and well-crafted children's book. Fanny Fern's storytelling is captivating and the morals conveyed in each story are valuable lessons for young readers. This book is a wonderful addition to any child's library and will surely inspire imagination and growth.

First Page:

THIRTY FIRST THOUSAND.

LITTLE FERNS

FOR

FANNY'S LITTLE FRIENDS.

BY THE AUTHOR OF

"FERN LEAVES."

WITH ORIGINAL DESIGNS BY FRED M. COFFIN.

AUBURN AND BUFFALO: MILLER, ORTON & MULLIGAN. 1854.

Published first in England by International Arrangement with the American Proprietors, and entered at Stationers' Hall.

Entered according to Act of Congress, in the year one thousand eight hundred and fifty three, by DERBY AND MILLER, In the Clerk's Office of the District Court of the Northern District of New York.

STEREOTYPED BY DERBY AND MILLER, AUBURN.

TO MY LITTLE DAUGHTER THESE "Little Ferns" ARE AFFECTIONATELY DEDICATED

"They reckon not by months, and years Where she hath gone to dwell."

PREFACE.

DEAR CHILDREN:

Aunt Fanny has written you some stories, which she hopes will please and divert you. She would rather have come to you, and told them, that she might have seen your bright faces; but as that could not be, she sends her little book instead. Perhaps you will sometime come and see her, and then won't we have a nice time telling stories?

Where do I live?

Won't you tell certain true? Won't you tell Susy, or Mary, or Hatty, or Sammy, or Tommy, or even your pet Uncle Charley?

Oh, I can't tell!

"If I tell it to one, she will tell it to two, And the next cup of tea, they will plot what they'll do; So I'll tell nobody, I'll tell nobody, I'll tell nobody; no not I!"

FANNY FERN... Continue reading book >>

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