Baby Jane's Mission

"Baby Jane's Mission" by Reginald Parnell is an early 20th-century children's book about an eight-year-old named Baby Jane, who journeys to Africa with a heartwarming goal: to bring happiness to the wild animals. Observing their unhappiness and the rambunctiousness of the local children, she uses her skills in dance, games, and friendship to transform their lives. The story begins with Baby Jane's arrival in the African desert, where, driven by compassion, she sets out to teach the animals how to be joyful, starting with a comical meeting with a bear; Her mission is to make the animals happy. Overall, the narrative introduces a determined and playful character whose interactions with various creatures set the stage for a journey filled with whimsy and heart.