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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.
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.

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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