"Up in the Garret" by Robin Ranger is an early 1860s tale that shows the adventures of three siblings, Alice, Maggie, and James Bondy, as they explore the wonders of their home’s attic on a rainy day, and with their imaginations, the Bondy children convert the space into a world of fun and games. A canceled outing due to bad weather leads the children to discover old toys and spend the day in imaginary play. Their father, Mr. Bondy, entertains the children with a story about swallows, teaching them lessons about kindness and helping others. This tale highlights the happiness found in the family dynamic, showing the need of appreciating home and encouraging caring behavior towards those in need.
Up in the garret
By Robin Ranger
When rain ruins their plans, three siblings discover an attic full of treasures, turning a dull day into a magical adventure of family connection and valuable lessons.
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About the AuthorJames Midwinter Freeman (1827–1900) was an American clergyman and writer. He was born in New York City and was educated at Wesleyan University and at Mount Union College (Ohio). He entered the Methodist ministry and in 1872 became assistant editor of various Sunday-school and tract publications of the Methodist Episcopal church. Under the pseudonym of "Robin Ranger," Freeman wrote several books for children. His other works include:Use of Illustration in Sunday School Teaching (1867)
Handbook of Bible Manners and Customs (1874)
A Story History of the English Bible (1879)This article incorporates text from a publication now in the public domain: Gilman, D. C.; Peck, H. T.; Colby, F. M., eds. (1905). New International Encyclopedia (1st ed.). New York: Dodd, Mead.
James Midwinter Freeman (1827–1900) was an American clergyman and writer. He was born in New York City and was educated at Wesleyan University and at Mount Union College (Ohio). He entered the Methodist ministry and in 1872 became assistant editor of various Sunday-school and tract publications of the Methodist Episcopal church. Under the pseudonym of "Robin Ranger," Freeman wrote several books for children. His other works include:Use of Illustration in Sunday School Teaching (1867) Handbook of Bible Manners and Customs (1874) A Story History of the English Bible (1879)This article incorporates text from a publication now in the public domain: Gilman, D. C.; Peck, H. T.; Colby, F. M., eds. (1905). New International Encyclopedia (1st ed.). New York: Dodd, Mead.
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