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The timeless story of the Wizard Of Oz. Follow Dorothy as she leaves Kansas for Oz on a cyclone. She meets many strange, and wonderful people and creatures along the way. Enjoy it again with your children and family. (Summary by J. Hall) Characters: Aunt Em: jenny Dorothy: Sibella The Scarecrow: Kaffen The Tin Woodman: DSayers The Cowardly Lion: padraigo The Witch of the North: jenny Munchkin 1: Annoying Twit Munchkin 2: aradlaw Munchkin 3: Iowajones The Wizard of Oz: earthcalling Guardian of the Gates: Ernst Pattynama Soldier: Symmie The Wicked Witch of the West: RuthieG The Queen of the ...

The Marvelous Land of Oz: Being an Account of the Further Adventures of the Scarecrow and the Tin Woodman is the second of L. Frank Baum's books set in the Land of Oz, and the sequel to The Wonderful Wizard of Oz. Tons of exciting things happen in this book, including the story of the little boy Tip who makes a magic sawhorse and then a Pumpkin headed man come to life, runs away from the witch Old Mombi and seeks to find the Emerald City where the Scarecrow rules in all of his magnificence. Be prepared for dangerous encounters, exciting plot twists and marvelously brave (and stupid in the case...

Ozma of Oz: A Record of Her Adventures with Dorothy Gale of Kansas, the Yellow Hen, the Scarecrow, the Tin Woodman, Tiktok, the Cowardly Lion and the Hungry Tiger; Besides Other Good People too Numerous to Mention Faithfully Recorded Herein published on July 30, 1907, was the third book of L. Frank Baum's Oz series. It was the first in which Baum was clearly intending a series of Oz books. (Summary by Wikipedia)

Join literature's most beloved characters in this beautiful collection of classic bedtime stories. Travel down the rabbit hole with Alice, fly to Neverland alongside Peter Pan, and follow the yellow brick road with Dorothy. Sail in search of pirate treasure with Jim Hawkins, and keep up with the unforgettable mischief of the wooden puppet Pinocchio. This anthology brings together J. M. Barrie, Lewis Carroll, L. Frank Baum, Robert Louis Stevenson, and Carlo Collodi, creating the perfect read-aloud book to inspire sweet dreams.

The Bluebird Books series captivated teenage girls in the 1910s and 1920s, starting with Mary Louise, penned by L. Frank Baum under his Edith Van Dyne pseudonym. While Baum crafted the first four novels, the series continued with contributions from other authors, all maintaining the same pseudonym. The stories explore the adventures of adolescent girl detectives, a theme Baum had previously touched on in The Daring Twins and Phoebe Daring. The title character, Mary Louise Burrows, is a remarkably mature fifteen-year-old who faces a shocking challenge her beloved grandfather is accused of ...

Dive into the enchanting world of Mary Louise in the Country, part of the beloved Bluebird Books series that captured the hearts of teenage girls in the early 20th century. Originally created by L. Frank Baum under the pseudonym Edith Van Dyne, this captivating series follows the adventures of Mary Louise Burrows, a spirited young detective. Set against the backdrop of a charming summer at Craggs Crossing, Mary Louise and her companion, Granpa Jim, encounter a cast of quirky characters and unravel a delightful mystery. Baums unique storytelling, inspired by his favorite sister, brings to life ...

Step into the enchanting world of The Bluebird Books, a beloved series that captivated teenage girls in the 1910s and 1920s. Originally conceived by the renowned L. Frank Baum under his Edith Van Dyne pseudonym, this series features the adventurous escapades of adolescent girl detectives. Baum penned the first four novels, possibly with assistance from his son, Harry Neal Baum, on the third. The series kicks off with Mary Louise, a heartfelt tribute to Baums cherished sister, Mary Louise Baum Brewster. After an initial rejection from his publisher, who deemed the heroine too headstrong, Baum ...

Step into the enchanting world of Oz once again with Patchwork Girl of Oz! This delightful tale brings back beloved characters while introducing some charming new faces. Follow the spirited Patchwork Girl as she embarks on an adventure to assist her friend Ojo in gathering the peculiar ingredients needed for a magical potion to save his Uncle. Along their journey, they encounter a host of whimsical and sometimes perilous situations, all infused with humor and joy, thanks to the Patchwork Girls optimistic outlook. Accompanied by the vain yet captivating Glass Cat, whose pink brains add a twist ...

Join Trot, a spirited little girl, and her adventurous friend Capn Bill as they embark on a thrilling journey with a young boy named Button-Bright. When Button-Bright discovers a magical umbrella hidden away in his attic, the trio is whisked away to a breathtaking sky world filled with wonders and dangers. Together, they navigate this enchanting realm, forging friendships and facing challenges that will test their courage and ingenuity. (Summary by francesb)

Step into the enchanting world of the Bluebird Books, a beloved series of novels that captivated teenage girls in the early 20th century. Created by L. Frank Baum under the pseudonym Edith Van Dyne, this series features adventurous adolescent girl detectives, a concept Baum had previously explored. The journey begins with Mary Louise, a character inspired by Baums cherished sister, Mary Louise Baum Brewster. In the third installment of the series, Mary Louise Burrows embarks on a thrilling adventure in Italy with her Grandfather. Their encounter with a mysterious pair of Americans—a ...

In Aunt Janes Nieces On The Ranch, we reunite with Louise and Arthur Weldon as they navigate the joys and challenges of parenthood following the arrival of their daughter, Jane. Set against the backdrop of California, the family faces tension when they hire a local Mexican nurse, sparking Uncle Johns disapproval. The story delves into themes of racial conflict as a New York woman is also brought in to care for the child. Meanwhile, the mysterious nurse, Inez, believes the ranch is haunted, adding an intriguing twist to their lives. - Summary by Lynne Thompson

Betsy Bobbin and her mule Hank find themselves on the shores of Oz after a storm. While trying to find their way home, they wander into the Rose Kingdom and are held prisoner by the Royal Gardener. Just in the nick of time, Shaggy Man falls through the roof of the greenhouse and tries to convince the Gardener to let the pair go, using his powerful Love Magnet. Unable to convince them, the trio is instead banished with Ozma's cousin, Princess Ozga, in tow.

Have you seen the man in the moon? Do you think it must get lonely up there? In this story the Man in the Moon decides to come to earth in search of porridge and some company.

Little Jack Horner lived in an old, tumble-down house at the edge of a big wood. Many generations of Horners had lived there before him and had earned their living by chopping wood. Jack was an orphan, and he lived with his grandparents, who took great pains to teach him all that a boy should know.

Little Tommy Tucker was a waif on the streets. He never remembered having a parent or guardian, and so he learned to care for himself. He ate whatever he could get, and slept wherever night overtook him--in an old barrel, a cellar, or, when fortune favored him, he paid a penny for a cot in some rude lodging-house. His life on the streets taught him early how to earn a living by doing odd jobs, and he learned to be sharp in his speech and wise beyond his years. One morning Tommy crawled out from a box in which he had slept overnight and found that he was hungry. But Tommy was a plucky boy with a lively wit and a way of making his way. Listen and find out how he ended up.

Yes, her house did look like a shoe and she did have a LOT of children and she often did not know what to do. But she was a prudent and loving lady who took all 16 of them in and they somehow managed to not just grow, but thrive and grow healthier on the little food she could afford. That and of course the spanking they all got to help them grow. She may be short on food and their beds may be cramped and their clothes patched and old, but there was never a lack of love for any of them in her 'shoe' home.

Why did Tom steal the pig? Was he a bad boy? Not according to the story behind this rhyme. Tom was the only son of a good-for-nothing who could only play the pipes and that very badly.

The speckled hen laid twelve eggs in her hidden nest at the top of the hay pile in the barn and the very last one, whom she called Humpty Dumpty, was the largest of all. The nest was very crowded and so the eggs began kicking each other to get more space for themselves. Humpty Dumpty, being on the very edge of the next, was kicked completely out and then decided to look about the wide world to see what he could see.

Little Bobby was the only son of a small farmer who lived out of town upon a country road. It was lonely on the farm, especially when his father and mother were both busy working, but the boy found a special way to amuse himself. He was very fond of music, and his father one day brought him a small fiddle, which he soon learned to play. Bobby enjoyed learning new tunes and the fiddle soon became his constant companion. To find out how the cow, the cat, and the moon became involved, you will need to listen to this delightful tale and become much wiser.

The Man in the Moon was rather lonesome, and often he peeked over the edge of the moon and looked down upon the earth and envied all the people who lived together. He thought it must be vastly more pleasant to have companions to talk to than to be shut up on a big planet all by himself.