
audiobook
L'IMPRUDENCE.
LA ROUGEOLE.
LE BON FRÈRE.
L'OBLIGEANTE PETITE FILLE.
LA MOUCHE.
LA COMPLAISANCE.
LA GRAND'MÈRE AVEUGLE.
LA PARESSE.
LE LOUP.
CONTENTE DE PEU.
A charming anthology of bite‑size stories invites listeners into the everyday adventures of children who learn, sometimes the hard way, the value of listening, kindness, and bravery. From a mischievous boy who slips into a river after ignoring his mother’s warning, to a sick child whose curiosity leads to a lasting lesson, each vignette captures a moment of decision that shapes a little heart. The tales also celebrate quiet courage, as a gentle brother steps forward to protect his sibling, and generosity, when a girl offers a helping hand to a struggling neighbor.
Rendered in warm, straightforward language, the collection feels like a whispered conversation between a caregiver and a child. Its concise narratives make it perfect for short listening sessions, while the timeless morals encourage reflection and gentle growth. Young ears will find both delight and guidance in these simple, memorable episodes.
Full title
Contes et historiettes à l'usage des jeunes enfants Qui commencent à savoir lire Qui commencent à savoir lire
Language
fr
Duration
~3 hours (196K characters)
Publisher of text edition
Project Gutenberg
Credits
Produced by Suzanne Shell, Renald Levesque and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team. This file was produced from images generously made available by the Bibliothèque nationale de France (BnF/Gallica)
Release date
2005-04-15
Rights
Public domain in the USA.

1796–1889
Remembered as a French writer for children, she also holds a special place in literary history through her long friendship with Honoré de Balzac. Her life joined teaching, moral storytelling, and a strong commitment to everyday education.
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