The Sun's Babies

audiobook

The Sun's Babies

by Edith Howes

EN·~2 hours

Chapters

Description

Enter a sun‑lit garden where a shy little boy named Tinyboy meets a bright red butterfly and a blue‑dressed lady at a bluebell door. Their playful banter over colors and costumes leads Tinyboy on a gentle quest for a companion, bringing him to a poppy house where a lonely Tinygirl awaits. The tender exchange invites listeners into a world of vivid flora and friendly insects, perfect for sparking imagination.

The collection continues with the bustling life of mosquito babies, tiny aquatic creatures that wriggle, breathe through tails, and transform into winged travelers, offering a whimsical glimpse into nature’s cycles. Another tale follows a determined blackberry seedling, the Scrambler, who fights through a tangled hedge, using its tiny hooks to climb toward the light. Each story blends charm and subtle lessons, creating a melodic adventure for listeners of all ages.

Details

Language

en

Duration

~2 hours (136K characters)

Publisher of text edition

Project Gutenberg

Credits

Produced by Al Haines

Release date

2011-11-19

Rights

Public domain in the USA.

About the author

Edith Howes

Edith Howes

1872–1954

A pioneering New Zealand teacher and children's writer, she brought curiosity, nature, and a sense of wonder into stories that spoke directly to young readers. Her work grew out of a deep belief that education should nurture imagination as well as knowledge.

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