Bird Children: The Little Playmates of the Flower Children

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Bird Children: The Little Playmates of the Flower Children

by Elizabeth Gordon

EN·~16 minutes·1 chapter

Chapters

1 total

The cover image was created by the transcriber and is placed in the public domain.

16:23

Description

From the very first page, the book invites young listeners into a world where feathered friends become lively companions. Through simple rhymes and bright illustrations, each bird is introduced with a distinctive voice that sparks curiosity about its habits and home. The gentle foreword frames birds as poetry in motion, encouraging respect for the natural world. It’s a perfect companion for children who adore birds and flowers alike.

The collection features a charming roster—from a chatty rooster who greets the morning to a graceful swan gliding over shady banks, and from a shy gosling to a proud peacock showing off its splendid plume. Each short poem captures a moment of daily life, teaching kindness, cooperation, and the wonder of seasonal change. The verses are easy to follow, making them ideal for read‑aloud sessions or quiet listening. Together with the whimsical drawings, the book nurtures a love of nature while offering gentle lessons for early readers.

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Language

en

Duration

~16 minutes (15K characters)

Publisher of text edition

Project Gutenberg

Credits

Produced by Turgut Dincer (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive)

Release date

2014-11-05

Rights

Public domain in the USA.

About the author

Elizabeth Gordon

Elizabeth Gordon

1866–1922

A writer for young readers, best known for playful books like Flower Children and Bird Children, she turned gardens, birds, and everyday nature into lively verse and stories. Her books were often paired with bright illustrations that helped make them favorites in early 20th-century children's literature.

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