"Minnie's Pet Parrot" by Madeline Leslie is a heartwarming children's story that introduces young Minnie and her lively group of animal friends, especially her clever parrot named Poll. Designed for young readers, the book shares the fun adventures and lessons Minnie learns while caring for her pets, a kitten, a dog, and the mischievous parrot. Each chapter tells unique stories displaying Poll's intelligence and funny antics. Through caring for her animals and being with her family, Minnie gains an understanding of empathy and kindness. Highlighting each animal's special qualities, the author explores Minnie's love for nature and her connection with each pet. Bursting with gentle stories and childhood happiness, the tale is sure to captivate children intrigued with the world of animals and the joys of having pets.
Minnie's Pet Parrot
By Madeline Leslie
Witness a young girl's life brightened by the antics of her mischievous parrot and the heartfelt bond she shares with all her animal companions.
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About the AuthorHarriette Newell Woods Baker was an American author of books for children, and editor. Her career as an author began when she was about 30 years old. She devoted herself successfully to novels; but after about 15 years, she wrote popular religious literature. Her most famous book, Tim, the Scissors Grinder, sold half a million copies, and was translated into several languages. Baker published about 200 moral and religious tales under the pen name "Mrs. Madeline Leslie". She also wrote under her own name or initials, and under that of "Aunt Hattie". She wrote chiefly for the young, and was still writing in 1893 when she died.
Harriette Newell Woods Baker was an American author of books for children, and editor. Her career as an author began when she was about 30 years old. She devoted herself successfully to novels; but after about 15 years, she wrote popular religious literature. Her most famous book, Tim, the Scissors Grinder, sold half a million copies, and was translated into several languages. Baker published about 200 moral and religious tales under the pen name "Mrs. Madeline Leslie". She also wrote under her own name or initials, and under that of "Aunt Hattie". She wrote chiefly for the young, and was still writing in 1893 when she died.
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