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The Bird's Christmas Carol
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Kate Douglas Wiggin (1856-1923) was an important reformer of children's education at the turn of the century. During a period when children's place in society was little other than cheap labor, Kate Douglas Wiggin was dedicated to the betterment of youth. She was the first person to found a free kindergarten school in San Francisco in 1878. Her passion for children's rights carried over to her successful career as an author of children's books. In her 1887 tale "The Birds' Christmas Carol", Kate Douglas Wiggin tells the story of the angelic Carol Bird, a young girl who spreads mirth to everyone around her. Born on Christmas, Carol tragically falls ill when she is five years old. The novel follows her heartwarming plan to hold a majestic Christmas celebration for the neighboring Ruggles family. A true Christmas classic, this tale is sure to inspire all with Christmas joy.
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Kate Douglas Wiggin
Kate Douglas Wiggin (1856–1923) was an American educator, author, and advocate who is best known for writing Rebecca of Sunnybrook Farm. After graduating from kindergarten-teacher training in Santa Barbara, Wiggins moved to San Francisco, where she founded the first free kindergarten on Silver Street in 1878.
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- Rating: 5 out of 5 stars5/5This book was a Christmas gift to from my adult son. My copy of the book was printed 1914 and there is the most wonderful scent and feel to the smooth old pages. I think it was well-loved before it came into my hands. It is a delightful story, at times sad yet always charming. One very small thing (which I absolutely love) is "Cary" is the name of Carol's pet canary. (Cary is not a featured character; I only remember the name because I thought it was so clever)
- Rating: 5 out of 5 stars5/5All-time favorite story about the Christmas holiday. An inspiring story about family and love.
- Rating: 4 out of 5 stars4/5A sweet tale about a sick girl, Carol, and her plans to host a decadent Christmas dinner for the poor children living next door. Kate Douglas Wiggin's story was published in 1886, and its themes of generosity and kindness are as important today as they ever were. A great story to read every year, starting from a young age. The language is charming, but old, so some help may be needed for independent reading, ages 8-10.
- Rating: 5 out of 5 stars5/5One of the many books I read annually between Thanksgiving and Christmas. An excellent Christmas story from the author of Rebecca of Sunnybrook Farm.
- Rating: 5 out of 5 stars5/5My English teacher read a chapter or so from this book to us each day. Although it was so long ago, I still rememeber thinking how well-written and emotional the book was. The only problem was, I thought the story was about a family of birds! After all these years, I still think about the story often.
- Rating: 5 out of 5 stars5/5A lovely vintage story of unselfishness and Christmas. A classic.
- Rating: 4 out of 5 stars4/5My mother read this to me every year at Christmas for as long as I can remember, and my children insist I read it every year also. They have to take over at the parts where I cry. I am going to buy each of them a copy to read to their children someday.