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Frances Jenkins Olcott
1872-1963
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Books by Frances Jenkins Olcott
Good Stories for Great Holidays Arranged for Story-Telling and Reading Aloud and for the Children's Own Reading
"Good Stories for Great Holidays" by Frances Jenkins Olcott is a collection of stories designed for storytelling and reading aloud, likely compiled during the early 20th century. This anthology features a variety of myths, legends, and historical tales associated with different holiday celebrations throughout the year, encouraging joy and discussion around these special occasions. The opening of the collection introduces the purpose behind the stories, emphasizing their suitability for arousing a festive spirit and teaching various moral lessons through engaging narratives. It discusses how the stories are adapted for storytelling, ensuring they are accessible for children's understanding. The introduction also highlights specific selections that will follow, which cover major holidays such as New Year's Day, Valentine's Day, and Christmas, offering a blend of themes from kindness and generosity to the excitement of festive traditions.
The Book of Elves and Fairies for Story-Telling and Reading Aloud and for the Children's Own Reading
"The Book of Elves and Fairies for Story-Telling and Reading Aloud" by Frances Jenkins Olcott is a collection of enchanting tales written in the early 20th century. This volume invites children into a magical world where fairies, elves, and other mystical beings engage in delightful adventures, rewarding the good and punishing the bad. The book features classic stories, including familiar favorites like "Cinderella," as well as new tales from various cultures that celebrate the whimsicality of the fairy realm. At the start of the book, readers are introduced to the enchanting essence of the Fairy Realm, where various magical creatures come to life. The foreword emphasizes the educational value of fairy tales in nurturing creativity and imagination in children. The text invites children to join in "The Fairies' Story Hour," signaling the beginning of a collection filled with tales of mischievous fairies, moral lessons, and the charm of folklore, all skillfully retold for young audiences. The opening sets the tone for a rich tapestry of stories designed not just to entertain, but to inspire joy and wonder in young readers.
Good stories for great birthdays arranged for story-telling and reading aloud and for the children's own reading
"Good Stories for Great Birthdays" by Frances Jenkins Olcott is a collection of historical short stories written in the early 20th century. This work celebrates the birthdays of notable figures in American history, making it engaging for children and young readers, as it highlights the strong personalities and valuable lessons derived from their lives rather than mere facts and dates. At the start of the book, the author introduces the foreword, outlining the purpose and educational value of the stories. It emphasizes storytelling as a means to bring history to life for children, highlighting over 200 stories dedicated to 23 significant birthdays of American patriots and figures from both North and South America. The opening portion also mentions that the tales focus on the human aspects of these characters, such as their perseverance, adventures, and struggles, thereby aiming to foster a sense of American unity and pride among young readers as they learn about their nation's history.