
In this charming tale a bright‑eyed youngster, fresh from a Red Cross first‑aid class, discovers how useful her new skills can be when she imagines herself as “Miss Helpem,” the assistant nurse caring for a troop bound for Mexico. Together with her friend Billy, who pretends to be an ambulance driver, she steps into a dollhouse world where the ordinary becomes an adventure in compassion and quick thinking.
The story weaves a gentle narrative with a handy reference guide, listing common household mishaps—from bruises and burns to insect bites and stomach upsets—and offering simple, home‑based remedies. Illustrated with warm, inviting drawings, the book encourages children to recognize when professional help is needed while empowering them with basic steps they can take in an emergency.
Perfect for curious readers who love both storytelling and learning, it introduces essential first‑aid concepts in a way that feels like play, fostering confidence and a caring spirit in the next generation.
Full title
The Mary Frances First Aid Book With Ready Reference List of Ordinary Accidents and Illnesses, and Approved Home Remedies
Language
en
Duration
~2 hours (137K characters)
Publisher of text edition
Project Gutenberg
Release date
2017-02-21
Rights
Public domain in the USA.

b. 1876
Best known for the imaginative Mary Frances books, this early 20th-century writer turned practical lessons in cooking, sewing, and housekeeping into playful stories for children. Her books mixed make-believe with hands-on instruction, helping generations of young readers learn by following Mary Frances through everyday adventures.
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