Book of cats and dogs, and other friends, for little folks by James Johonnot
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"Book of Cats and Dogs, and Other Friends, for Little Folks" by James Johonnot is a natural history children's book written in the late 19th century. This engaging work serves to introduce young readers to various household pets, particularly cats and dogs, through playful storytelling and illustrations. The book aims to inspire curiosity about animals while blending fun and educational content, nurturing a love for science and observation in the natural world.
In this charming collection, Johonnot uses familiar rhymes and stories to highlight the behaviors, characteristics, and relationships of common pet animals and other farm animals like horses, donkeys, and pigs. Each lesson skillfully melds fun narratives with factual information, teaching children about their pets' actions, senses, and needs, while also imparting a gentle moral on kindness toward animals. The stories include delightful scenarios, such as a cat expressing gratitude and a dog demonstrating loyalty, fostering empathy and understanding between children and animals. Through these engaging lessons, young readers not only learn about animal life but also develop an appreciation for the companionship these creatures offer. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Johonnot, James, 1823-1888 |
|---|---|
| LoC No. | 04029459 |
| Title | Book of cats and dogs, and other friends, for little folks |
| Original Publication | United States: American Book Company,1884. |
| Series Title | Natural history series, book 1 |
| Credits | Charlene Taylor and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive/American Libraries.) |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 86.7 (6th grade). Easy to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PZ: Language and Literatures: Juvenile belles lettres |
| LoC Class | QL: Science: Zoology |
| Subject | Animals -- Juvenile literature |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 69242 |
| Release Date | Oct 26, 2022 |
| Last Update | Oct 19, 2024 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 291 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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