More Seeds of Knowledge; Or, Another Peep at Charles

"More Seeds of Knowledge; Or, Another Peep at Charles" by Miss Julia Corner is a story that follows a young boy named Charles as he continues his learning journey, discovering ideas about the world around him. Charles talks with his father about what is important in grammar and geography, and learns about slavery by becoming friends with Peter, a boy from the West Indies. Charles’s questions lead him to learn historical figures, the details of colonialism, and why owning slaves is wrong. He also learns about people called missionaries, who teach and help people, growing Charles’s understanding of caring for others. The story shares Charles’s curiosity, and teaches young readers important lessons and morals.