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100 1 _aBailey, Arthur Scott,
_d1877-1949
245 1 4 _aThe Tale of Kiddie Katydid
264 1 _aSalt Lake City, UT :
_bProject Gutenberg,
_c2008
300 _a1 online resource :
_bmultiple file formats
336 _atext
_btxt
_2rdacontent
337 _acomputer
_bc
_2rdamedia
338 _aonline resource
_bcr
_2rdacarrier
500 _aRelease date is 2008-02-14
508 _aProduced by Joe Longo, Emmy and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net
520 _a"The Tale of Kiddie Katydid" by Arthur Scott Bailey is a children's story written in the early 20th century, part of the "Tuck-Me-In Tales" series. This charming tale revolves around Kiddie Katydid, a musical insect whose catchy refrain—"Katy did, Katy did; she did, she did!"—captures the attention of the other woodland creatures during the summer nights. A delightful mixture of humor and gentle life lessons unfolds as Kiddie's adventures and interactions with various characters highlight themes of friendship, bravery, and self-acceptance. The plot follows Kiddie Katydid as he navigates life in Pleasant Valley, dealing with other nocturnal creatures like Mr. Nighthawk and Mr. Frog. A significant portion of the story centers around the mystery of "Katy" and the secrets shared among the Katydids. As the narrative progresses, Kiddie's growing confidence shines through, especially when he refuses the taunts of his rivals and embraces his unique talents. Eventually, a twist arises with the arrival of Leaper the Locust's long-lost cousins, prompting Kiddie to reflect on his values and friendships. Bailey's storytelling, combined with enchanting illustrations, makes this tale an engaging read for children and a delightful reminder of the beauty of individuality and community. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
534 _nOriginal publication data not identified
653 _aAnimals -- Juvenile fiction
653 _aConduct of life -- Juvenile fiction
653 _aChildren's stories, American
653 _aKatydids -- Juvenile fiction
700 1 _aSmith, Harry L.
_q(Illustrator)
856 4 0 _uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/24608
999 _c65609
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