Author |
Caldecott, Randolph, 1846-1886 |
Title |
A Frog He Would A-Wooing Go
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Note |
Reading ease score: 69.5 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
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Credits |
Produced by Suzanne Shell, Ronald Holder and the PG Online Distributed Proofreading Team.
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Summary |
"A Frog He Would A-Wooing Go" by Randolph Caldecott is a whimsical children's picture book written during the late 19th century. This delightful book captures the adventures of a frog who is determined to woo a pretty mouse, embarking on a journey that involves charming interactions with various animal friends. It reflects the playful nature of children’s literature from that era, combined with vibrant illustrations that allure young readers. The story follows a determined frog who, with the encouragement of his mother, sets out to seek Miss Mousey for a romantic visit. Along the way, he encounters a rat, and they both venture to Mousey’s house, where they hope for a warm gathering filled with song and cheer. However, their merry-making is abruptly interrupted by a cat and her kittens, resulting in a dramatic turn of events that culminates in the frog's unfortunate fate at the hands of a duck. The narrative combines humor and a touch of mischief, making it an engaging read that conveys themes of friendship, bravery, and the unpredictable nature of life. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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Language |
English |
LoC Class |
PZ: Language and Literatures: Juvenile belles lettres
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Subject |
Animals -- Juvenile poetry
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Subject |
Picture books for children
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Subject |
Frogs -- Juvenile poetry
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Subject |
Folk songs, English
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Category |
Text |
EBook-No. |
14077 |
Release Date |
Nov 17, 2004 |
Most Recently Updated |
Dec 18, 2020 |
Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
Downloads |
162 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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