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100	1		_aBailey, Arthur Scott, _d1877-1949
245	1	4	_aThe Tale of Mrs. Ladybug
264		1	_aSalt Lake City, UT : _bProject Gutenberg, _c2006
300			_a1 online resource : _bmultiple file formats
336			_atext _btxt _2rdacontent
337			_acomputer _bc _2rdamedia
338			_aonline resource _bcr _2rdacarrier
500			_aRelease date is 2006-12-12
508			_aE-text prepared by Joe Longo and the Project Gutenberg Online Distributed Proofreading Team
520			_a"The Tale of Mrs. Ladybug" by Arthur Scott Bailey is a charming children's story that falls within the category of a children's tale, likely written in the early 20th century. The book explores the life and adventures of Mrs. Ladybug, a dedicated and busy insect who works tirelessly to assist Farmer Green by keeping his orchard free from harmful pests. The narrative emphasizes themes of hard work, gossiping, and the dynamics of community living among various garden creatures. The story begins with Mrs. Ladybug’s diligent efforts to help the farmer, showcasing her critical role in the orchard while harboring a somewhat judgmental attitude toward her more leisurely neighbors, like Betsy Butterfly and Buster Bumblebee. As the tale unfolds, readers meet a host of characters, including a handsome stranger named Mr. P. Bug, who stirs up gossip and curiosity among the local insect residents. Mrs. Ladybug's misadventures lead her to confront her own misconceptions about herself and her neighbors, as she navigates unexpected encounters, including a mix-up with a bumblebee and a misunderstanding that puts her in a precarious situation with a frog. Ultimately, the light-hearted narrative is framed around her industrious nature, a lesson in humility, and the value of community, making it an engaging read for children. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
534			_nOriginal publication data not identified
653			_aInsects -- Juvenile fiction
653			_aLadybugs -- Juvenile fiction
700	1		_aSmith, Harry L. _q(Illustrator)
856	4	0	_uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/20097
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