02379cam a22003133u 4500 37280 UtSlPG 20260610133841.0 m cr n 260607r2011||||utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d 09026975 UtSlPG en iso639-1 E011 Wade, Mary Hazelton Blanchard, 1860-1936 Little Folks of North America : Stories about children living in the different parts of North America Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg, 2011 1 online resource : multiple file formats text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource cr rdacarrier Release date is 2011-08-31 Produced by Roger Frank and the Online Distributed Proofreading Canada Team at http://www.pgdpcanada.net "Little Folks of North America" by Mary Hazelton Blanchard Wade is a collection of children's stories written in the early 20th century. The book explores the lives of children from various cultural backgrounds across North America, touching upon their unique environments and traditions. Each chapter focuses on different groups such as the Inuit, Native Americans, and early European settlers, providing readers with insights into the diverse experiences of young people in this vast land. The opening of the book begins by recounting the historical context of North America, referencing Christopher Columbus's discovery and the diverse tribes of indigenous people, including the Indians and Eskimos. It emphasizes the transition to European settlers, who originally lived near the coast but eventually spread inland, impacting the indigenous cultures. Following this, the narrative introduces the first chapter about Icelandic children, depicting their joyful lives despite the harsh climate and recounting tales of early settlers, their homes, and the natural wonders of Iceland like geysers and glaciers. The opening sets the stage for a broader exploration of children’s lives in various North American regions, highlighting themes of resilience and adaptability. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Original publication data not identified Children -- North America https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/37280 78120 78120