The Birthday Party: A Story for Little Folks

"The Birthday Party: A Story for Little Folks" by Oliver Optic is a heartwarming tale set in a quaint 19th-century town, focusing on young Flora Lee's birthday celebration. As Flora's parents organize her special day, she learns important lessons about sharing, caring for others, and the meaning of true generosity. She carefully chooses her guests and her mother guides her gently, raising themes of social responsibility through the innocent eyes of a child. Her party becomes an event of light and joy, filled with music, lively games, and delicious treats, but the biggest surprise comes when Flora discovers the fiddler playing music is none other than her disguised father, which strengthens the bond of family love and makes the celebration even more special.