TY - BOOK AU - Grant,Maude M. AU - Cleaveland,Bess Bruce TI - Windmills and wooden shoes AV - PZ PY - 2019/// CY - Salt Lake City, UT PB - Project Gutenberg KW - Netherlands -- Juvenile fiction N1 - Release date is 2019-01-20; Produced by F E H, MWS, LCantoni for music file. and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive/American Libraries.); Original publication data not identified N2 - "Windmills and Wooden Shoes" by Maude M. Grant is a children's book published in the early 20th century, specifically in 1919. This charming tale offers a delightful glimpse into Dutch life through the eyes of its young protagonists, Jan and Katrina. The book serves not only as a story but also as an educational tool, painting a vivid picture of the culture, landscapes, and daily activities in Holland, particularly focusing on elements like windmills, wooden shoes, and the close-knit community of Dutch children. The narrative follows Jan and Katrina as they engage in various activities typical of their lives in Holland, such as tending to animals, helping their parents, and enjoying seasonal festivities. Readers are introduced to the unique customs of the Dutch people, their clean and picturesque environment, and the importance of community and family in the children's lives. Through a series of short, engaging chapters, the story highlights themes of kindness, responsibility, and the joy of childhood, inviting young readers to appreciate the beauty of their surroundings while remembering the importance of family and friendship. (This is an automatically generated summary.) UR - https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/58732 ER -