"Little Frankie and his Mother" by Madeline Leslie is a heartwarming story that follows a young boy named Frankie as he grows from a baby into a toddler, surrounded by the love of his family in their cozy home. The narrative highlights the strong bond between Frankie and his mother as she guides him through his first experiences, teaching him how to behave and be thankful, all while sharing happy times with his brother, Willie, and their playful dog, Ponto. From learning to sit and jump to receiving a special silver cup and going to bed on his own, Frankie's journey is filled with simple adventures that capture the sweetness of childhood and the importance of family.

Little Frankie and his Mother
By Madeline Leslie
Experience the tender journey of a young boy, his caring mother, and a home filled with the simple joys of growing up, one precious moment at a time.
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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.