
audiobook
COBWEBS TO CATCH FLIES.
THE RAT. IN WORDS OF THREE LETTERS.
THE CAT. IN WORDS OF THREE LETTERS.
THE MORNING. IN WORDS OF THREE LETTERS.
THE WINDOW. IN WORDS OF THREE LETTERS.
THE DOG. IN WORDS OF FOUR LETTERS.
THE FARM-YARD. IN WORDS OF FOUR LETTERS.
THE DOLL. IN WORDS OF FOUR LETTERS.
THE TOILET. IN WORDS OF FOUR LETTERS.
THE FAN. IN WORDS OF FOUR LETTERS.
Designed as a gentle companion for the youngest listeners, this collection offers short, rhythmic dialogues that match the attention span of three‑to‑eight‑year‑olds. Every exchange uses three‑letter words or very simple phrasing, making it easy for children to follow while introducing basic ideas about kindness, obedience, and curiosity. The author writes as if speaking directly to a child, promising that good behavior leads to happiness and a bright future.
The book opens with charming scenes – a rat chased by a dog, a sly cat catching a fly, a sleepy morning routine, and a window view filled with curious questions. Each vignette invites a parent or caregiver to read aloud, turning everyday moments into playful conversations that spark imagination. Listeners will enjoy the lighthearted tone and the subtle moral hints woven through the brief, lovable exchanges.
Language
en
Duration
~53 minutes (51K characters)
Publisher of text edition
Project Gutenberg
Original publisher
New York: C. S. Francis & Co., 1851.
Credits
Bob Taylor, Aaron Adrignola and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by the University of Florida Digital Collections.)
Release date
2023-10-03
Rights
Public domain in the USA.

1744–1813
Best known by the pen name Mrs. Lovechild, this prolific English writer created lively educational books and games for children at a time when reading for pleasure was still taking shape. Her work mixed moral teaching with play, helping to make learning feel more inviting and modern.
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