"A Summer in a Cañon: A California Story" by Kate Douglas Smith Wiggin is a heartwarming story that transports readers to the sunny landscapes of California in the early 1900s. It follows a group of energetic young campers, including the lively Polly Oliver, as they eagerly plan their summer getaway to the scenic Las Flores Cañon. The book paints a vivid picture of their preparations, filled with playful banter, humorous moments like Geoffrey Strong being playfully pressured to name their camp, and a collective sense of anticipation for the adventures that await them. The narrative also shines a light on the importance of friendship, particularly through Elsie Howard, an invalid friend who remains connected to their escapades through letters. The novel perfectly balances lighthearted fun with genuine connections, all set against the backdrop of the stunning natural world.
A Summer in a Canyon: A California Story
By Kate Douglas Smith Wiggin
Amidst California's stunning landscapes, a group of young friends embark on a summer camping adventure filled with laughter, camaraderie, and heartwarming connections.
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About the AuthorKate Douglas Wiggin was an American educator, author and composer. She wrote children's stories, most notably the classic children's novel Rebecca of Sunnybrook Farm, and composed collections of children's songs. She started the first free kindergarten in San Francisco in 1878. With her sister during the 1880s, she also established a training school for kindergarten teachers. Kate Wiggin devoted her adult life to the welfare of children in an era when children were commonly thought of as cheap labor.
Kate Douglas Wiggin was an American educator, author and composer. She wrote children's stories, most notably the classic children's novel Rebecca of Sunnybrook Farm, and composed collections of children's songs. She started the first free kindergarten in San Francisco in 1878. With her sister during the 1880s, she also established a training school for kindergarten teachers. Kate Wiggin devoted her adult life to the welfare of children in an era when children were commonly thought of as cheap labor.
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