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Uncle Wiggily sets off with Nurse Jane Fuzzy‑Wuzzy in his curious auto sled, hoping a quick ride will be more comfortable than a traditional sleigh. The pair soon confront a icy, steep hill where the wheels spin uselessly and the sled refuses to move forward. Their friends—Jackie, Peetie, and a handy muskrat lady—try various tricks, from pushing to attaching dog sleds, but the hill remains stubbornly slippery.
Just when frustration peaks, Mr. Porcupine Hedgehog strolls by, offering a clever fix: his sharp quills can be fastened to the front wheels like improvised spikes. With a little teamwork, the hedgehog’s quills are tied on, and the auto sled gains the grip it needs to tackle the incline. Listeners will enjoy the lively banter, inventive problem‑solving, and the gentle humor that makes this winter adventure a charming slice of classic woodland fun.
Full title
Uncle Wiggily's Auto Sled or, How Mr. Hedgehog Helped Him Get Up the Slippery Hill; and, How Uncle Wiggily Made a Snow Pudding. Also, What Happened in the Snow Fort or, How Mr. Hedgehog Helped Him Get Up the Slippery Hill; and, How Uncle Wiggily Made a Snow Pudding. Also, What Happened in the Snow Fort
Language
en
Duration
~17 minutes (16K characters)
Publisher of text edition
Project Gutenberg
Release date
2015-11-07
Rights
Public domain in the USA.
Subjects

1873–1962
Best known for creating Uncle Wiggily, this prolific American writer helped shape early 20th-century children's reading with cheerful adventures, animal stories, and series fiction. He also worked as a newspaperman before building a long career in books for young readers.
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