
PETER AND POLLY IN WINTER
PETER AND POLLY IN WINTER
PETER AND POLLY
THE BIRDS' GAME OF TAG
THE STONE-WALL POST OFFICE
PLAYING IN THE LEAVES
HOW THE LEAVES CAME DOWN
THE BONFIRE
THE HEN THAT HELPED PETER
THE FIRST ICE
In a quiet country house perched on a hill, little Peter and his older sister Polly discover the magic of the changing seasons. When summer’s green fades and the first chill arrives, they watch the world turn white, imagining snowflakes as delicate butterflies. Their curiosity about winter fuels a series of charming adventures.
Guided by their caring father, the ever‑watchful Story Lady, and a chatty flock of robins, the children learn how birds prepare for the cold and what it means for the landscape. Peter worries about keeping his short‑haired dog Wag‑wag warm, while Grandma promises cozy stockings and a new coat. Together they plan games, sled rides, and snowy discoveries.
Through gentle narration and vivid illustrations, listeners are invited to share the wonder of frost‑kissed mornings, the crunch of fresh snow, and the simple joys of sibling teamwork. It’s a heart‑warming portrait of childhood curiosity that celebrates the quiet beauty of winter’s first days.
Language
en
Duration
~1 hours (114K characters)
Publisher of text edition
Project Gutenberg
Credits
Produced by Juliet Sutherland, Matthew Wheaton and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net
Release date
2011-10-24
Rights
Public domain in the USA.
Best known for the gentle "Peter and Polly" readers, this early 20th-century children's writer paired simple storytelling with a teacher's feel for how young children learn. Her books follow everyday play, family life, and the changing seasons in a warm, easy-to-read style.
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