The Curlytops Snowed In; Or, Grand Fun with Skates and Sleds

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The Curlytops Snowed In; Or, Grand Fun with Skates and Sleds

by Howard Roger Garis

EN·~4 hours

Chapters

Description

A brisk winter morning finds the curious Martin siblings, Teddy and Jan, staring out at the first big flakes of snow drifting down to their doorstep. Their lively banter about sledding, snow‑ball forts, and the promise of a perfect snowman captures the simple thrill of a cold‑weather adventure, while their mother’s practical warnings keep the excitement grounded. The children’s trademark tangled curls earn them the affectionate nickname “Curlytops,” a detail that adds a warm, homey charm to their spirited plans.

As school beckons and a letter from Grandpa arrives, the siblings balance the pull of daily responsibilities with the lure of freshly powdered drifts. Their imagination transforms the ordinary yard into a playground of sled races and makeshift ice‑skating, hinting at the gentle mischief and family camaraderie that will unfold. Listeners will be drawn into the cozy, snow‑kissed world where everyday concerns meet the pure joy of a winter day.

Details

Language

en

Duration

~4 hours (238K characters)

Publisher of text edition

Project Gutenberg

Credits

Produced by David Edwards and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive)

Release date

2010-04-22

Rights

Public domain in the USA.

About the author

Howard Roger Garis

Howard Roger Garis

1873–1962

Best known for creating Uncle Wiggily, this prolific American writer helped shape early 20th-century children's reading with cheerful stories, adventure series, and radio work. He wrote for young audiences with a lively, accessible style that kept him popular for decades.

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