Things Worth Doing and How To Do Them

audiobook

Things Worth Doing and How To Do Them

by Lina Beard, Adelia B. (Adelia Belle) Beard

EN·~7 hours·40 chapters

Chapters

40 total
1

PREFACE

1:18
2

PART I PARTIES, SHOWS, AND ENTERTAINMENTS

0:02
3

CHAPTER I A FOURTH OF JULY LAWN FROLIC

12:38
4

CHAPTER II A WONDERFUL CIRCUS AT HOME WITH MOVING ANIMALS

9:28
5

CHAPTER III A NOVEL EASTER PARTY WITH NEW EASTER GAMES

15:32
6

CHAPTER IV A DOORWAY PUNCH AND JUDY SHOW

11:29
7

CHAPTER V HALLOWE’EN MERRYMAKING

21:53
8

CHAPTER VI DANCE OF TITANIA, QUEEN OF THE FAIRIES

10:49
9

CHAPTER VII THANKSGIVING PARTY

11:19
10

CHAPTER VIII IMPROMPTU MOVING PICTURES FOR THANKSGIVING

4:27

Description

A lively guide for young women who crave activity, this book invites readers to discover pastimes that delight the heart while sharpening the mind and hands. It blends the joy of playful games with the satisfaction of creating something useful, encouraging girls to turn restless energy into purposeful fun. Throughout, the authors share ideas that feel both timeless and fresh, promising countless hours of wholesome enjoyment.

One standout chapter walks through an informal Fourth‑of‑July lawn frolic, complete with instructions for making eye‑catching fire‑cracker invitations, colorful flags, and simple games that keep everyone moving. The step‑by‑step directions turn ordinary paper into festive décor, while tips on dress and décor help turn a simple gathering into a memorable celebration. Readers can picture the scene coming alive, feeling the buzz of camaraderie and the sparkle of homemade details.

Beyond holidays, the book offers a treasure trove of crafts, active games, and hands‑on projects that nurture skill, creativity, and vitality. Each suggestion is presented in clear, friendly language, making it easy to try the activities alone or with friends. Listeners will come away with a toolbox of ideas to fill their days with engaging, worthwhile pursuits.

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Language

en

Duration

~7 hours (420K characters)

Publisher of text edition

Project Gutenberg

Credits

Produced by Chris Curnow, Emmy and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive)

Release date

2015-05-17

Rights

Public domain in the USA.

About the authors

Lina Beard

Lina Beard

1852–1933

Best known for co-creating a classic guide to crafts, games, and outdoor fun for girls, this lively writer helped turn everyday play into adventure. Her books mixed practical know-how with imagination, making them appealing to generations of young readers.

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Adelia B. (Adelia Belle) Beard

Adelia B. (Adelia Belle) Beard

1857–1920

Known for practical, lively books that encouraged girls to make, explore, and enjoy the outdoors, this American writer helped shape a more adventurous style of childhood in the late 19th and early 20th centuries. She is especially remembered for collaborating with her sister Lina Beard on guides that mixed crafts, games, and outdoor skills.

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