02423cam a22003613u 4500 74645 UtSlPG 20260610134728.0 m cr n 260607r20241869utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d UtSlPG en iso639-1 PZ Mathews, Joanna H. (Joanna Hooe), 1849-1901 Bessie at school Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg, 2024 1 online resource : multiple file formats text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource cr rdacarrier Release date is 2024-10-27 Al Haines "Bessie at School" by Joanna H. Mathews is a children's novel written in the late 19th century. The story follows Bessie Bradford and her sister Maggie as they navigate their new lives, particularly focusing on Maggie's transition to school while Bessie is too young to attend. The novel emphasizes themes of family bonds, individual struggles with new environments, and the importance of kindness and understanding among peers. At the start of the narrative, we find Bessie sleeping peacefully after a long outing, while Maggie engages in a letter-writing task. The story reveals that their mother has been ill, and the family is making adjustments to cope. Soon, their mother informs Maggie that she will be attending a new school, which causes turmoil for both sisters. Bessie is concerned about not being able to go with Maggie, leading to emotional discussions regarding their mother's health and their fears about school. The chapter highlights Maggie's reluctance towards school and the subsequent resolution that Bessie will be allowed to join her sister in lessons, demonstrating the deep connection between the siblings and setting the groundwork for the adventures they will face within the school environment. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Originally published: London: George Routledge and Sons, Limited, 1869 Christian life -- Juvenile fiction Conduct of life -- Juvenile fiction Children -- Conduct of life -- Juvenile fiction Families -- Juvenile fiction School children -- Juvenile fiction Awards -- Juvenile fiction https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/74645 115370 115370