Seven Little People and their Friends

"Seven Little People and their Friends" by Horace Elisha Scudder is a compilation of imaginative tales designed for young readers, that takes readers on a journey with seven diminutive figures as they navigate extraordinary realms and cultivate meaningful friendships. The text commences with the introduction of Effie, a six-year-old girl, celebrating her birthday, who encounters a mysterious old man while enjoying her breakfast at the beach. He grants her three wishes, initiating her on a series of enchanting adventures, starting with a mesmerizing exploration of the ocean where she meets a mysterious sea-green man and observes the wonders found beneath the waves. The tone is whimsical, designed to spark creativity and impart moral lessons to its audience through the characters' fantastic exploits and friendships.