Uncle Jo's Old Coat by Eleanora H. Stooke
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"Uncle Jo's Old Coat" by Eleanora H. Stooke is a children's novel written during the early 20th century. The story revolves around familial relationships, personal growth, and lessons on generosity, particularly how young Freddy Collins learns the importance of honesty and compassion after a series of events tied to his uncle's old coat. The narrative begins with the Dennis family receiving news that Freddy will be staying with them while his father
marries again. As Freddy adjusts to life in a new town, he finds himself struggling to fit in at school and adapting to his cousins' dynamics. A pivotal moment occurs when he impulsively gives away his uncle's old coat, inadvertently losing money that was in its pocket, leading to a series of misadventures where he grapples with guilt and the implications of his actions. Ultimately, through moments of reflection and support from his family, Freddy finds the courage to confess his mistake, leading to a redemptive conclusion where he not only matures personally but also learns the true meaning of kindness and community. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Stooke, Eleanora H. |
|---|---|
| Title | Uncle Jo's Old Coat |
| Original Publication | United Kingdom: S.W. Partridge & Co., 1905. |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 78.7 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PZ: Language and Literatures: Juvenile belles lettres |
| Subject | Children -- Conduct of life -- Juvenile fiction |
| Subject | Cousins -- Juvenile fiction |
| Subject | Families -- Juvenile fiction |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 70249 |
| Release Date | Mar 9, 2023 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 344 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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