Five Little Friends

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Gutenberg ID

25497

Title

Five Little Friends

Language

en

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Project Gutenberg

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Five Little Friends follows Bob, Betty, Paul, Peggy, and Dot as they navigate school life, care for pets like goldfish and a carrier pigeon, and visit a farm to find lost turkey eggs. The story blends gentle humor with heartwarming tales of bravery, friendship, and community spirit.

Summary up to 500 words

Published in 1922 by Sherred Willcox Adams, *Five Little Friends* chronicles the adventures of five schoolmates: Bob, Betty, Paul, Peggy, and little Dot. The story opens at their classroom, where their teacher, Miss West, introduces them to school pets, including goldfish. The narrative then shifts to a storytelling session where each child describes their unique companion. Dot reveals her white cat, Snowball, and her two kittens, Fluff and Muff, who famously hide in her father's hat. Paul tells of Hero, a loyal collie who once rescued him from drowning waves by carrying him to shore. Betty shares the tale of Arrow, a carrier pigeon that delivered a gold heart on Valentine's Day, while Bob describes Dandy, a trick-performing pony. Peggy concludes the round with Polly, a noisy parrot known as 'the General.' The plot expands to a farm setting where the girls assist Mary White in locating a hidden nest of turkey eggs. After a fruitless search, they discover the mother hen, Brown Betty, in the woods with her hatchlings. This discovery transforms a planned monetary reward into a delightful picnic in the woods, complete with a 'magic ring' of flowers for fairies. Meanwhile, the boys explore the ocean, catching crabs and sending a bottle message into the sea. Their adventure takes a dramatic turn when a sudden storm forces them to seek refuge at a nearby lighthouse. Inside the lighthouse, they meet Dick, a disabled boy confined to a wheelchair due to a childhood shipwreck. Despite his physical limitations, Dick possesses a vibrant spirit and creates intricate clay toys, including a miniature farm and lighthouse. Inspired by Dick's resilience and creativity, the five friends decide to raise funds to purchase him a tool chest and wood, ensuring his fingers remain busy and his mind engaged. The story concludes with the boys and girls united by a shared mission of kindness, celebrating the profound bond between humans and animals and the transformative power of helping others in need.

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Categories

• Friendship
• Juvenile Fiction