Miss Polly Wiggles

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Gutenberg ID

78874

Title

Miss Polly Wiggles

Language

en

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In this charming children's classic, young sisters Polly Wiggles and Jeannette navigate a day of excitement and mishap. Dressed in new frocks for a tea party, they encounter a thunderstorm, a scarlet fever quarantine, and a schoolroom chaos involving a snake and a broken teapot. With lively dialogue and whimsical adventures, the story captures the innocent joys and fears of childhood, offering a delightful read for families.

Summary up to 500 words

In Edna Clark Davis's *Miss Polly Wiggles*, two spirited sisters, Polly and Jeannette, embark on a whirlwind of events that blend humor, gentle suspense, and the joys of early 20th-century childhood. The story opens with the girls preparing for an afternoon tea at their friend Miss Helen's cottage, donning new dresses and eager for fun. Their plans are abruptly complicated by a sudden thunderstorm and a strict quarantine warning regarding scarlet fever along the highway, forcing them to take a longer, darker woodland path home. The narrative then shifts to the school setting, where the girls face further chaos. During a painting lesson, Polly's artistic struggles are highlighted, while her friend Allan Harrison's artistic flair leads to mischief when he paints a flag on her dress. The situation escalates when a snake, intended as a gift from a classmate named Gabriel, escapes its desk and causes a panic, resulting in a broken teapot and a valuable lesson in responsibility. The tale culminates in a festive May Day celebration at Willow Lake. Polly is crowned the May Queen, and the group enjoys a lavish supper by the water, complete with lanterns, music, and poetry. The friends share their hopes for summer activities, from fishing and berrying to theatrical tableaux. The story concludes with the group saying goodnight, reflecting on the wonderful day and the promise of more fun to come. Through its blend of humor, gentle suspense, and themes of friendship and growing up, the book offers a nostalgic and heartwarming glimpse into childhood adventures.

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