
In this gentle holiday tale, the Blossom children gather to prepare a special Thanksgiving offering for the less‑fortunate families in their town. Meg, Bobby, Dot and their faithful dog Twaddles scramble through the cellar, washing potatoes, sorting apples and debating the proper use of soap and brushes—all while sharing plenty of laughter and good‑natured teasing. Their mother, Mother Blossom, adds a touch of warmth by promising each child a jar of homemade jam to take to school, reinforcing the spirit of sharing and togetherness.
The story captures the bustling energy of a small community coming together, with vivid scenes of bright cellar lights, the hum of a heater, and the playful banter of the kids as they ready their contributions. Through bright dialogue and charming mishaps, listeners get a taste of the children’s generosity, teamwork, and the simple joys that make the holiday season special. It’s an uplifting snapshot of childhood kindness that invites listeners to feel the warmth of holiday preparations.
Language
en
Duration
~2 hours (165K characters)
Publisher of text edition
Project Gutenberg
Original publisher
United States: George Sully & Company, 1922.
Credits
David Edwards, David E. Brown, 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
2023-01-13
Rights
Public domain in the USA.
Best known for the cheerful Four Little Blossoms books, this name was used for lively children's stories created for the Stratemeyer Syndicate. The books carry the warm, everyday spirit of early 20th-century family fiction.
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