The Corner House Girls Growing Up
by OpenStories
Original author: Grace Brooks Hill
"The Corner House Girls Growing Up" by Grace Brooks Hill is a children's novel written in the early 20th century. The story features the Kenway sisters—Ruth, Agnes, Tess, and Dot—as they navigate the joys and challenges of growing up. The plot centers around their imaginative adventures, including Tess's newfound obsession with flying and the siblings' interactions with friends and neighbors. The opening portion introduces us to Tess Kenway and her admiration for flying, sparking a discussion with her neighbor, Sammy Pinkney, about the possibility of an airship. Through witty banter and light-hearted exchanges, the characters’ personalities are revealed, including Tess's dreamy nature and Sammy's practicality. The chapter also hints at family dynamics and the close-knit relationships among the Corner House girls, setting the stage for their forthcoming adventures. As the narrative unfolds, we see the girls engage in imaginative play and ordinary life, showcasing their charm and resilience in a wholesome coming-of-age story.
The Corner House Girls Growing Up, by Grace Brooks Hill. Republished by OpenStories from Project Gutenberg eBook #30914.
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26 Chapters
- 1.Front Matter278 words
- 2.Chapter I: All Up in the Air1,958 words
- 3.Chapter II: The Old Gentleman with the Green Umbrella2,131 words
- 4.Chapter III: The Aerial Tramway2,792 words
- 5.Chapter IV: School in the Offing1,522 words
- 6.Chapter V: The Shepards1,685 words
- 7.Chapter VI: Naming the New Baby1,617 words
- 8.Chapter VII: A Feline Furor2,087 words
- 9.Chapter VIII: Neighbor1,837 words
- 10.Chapter IX: Everything at Sixes and Sevens1,704 words
- 11.Chapter X: Aboard the Nancy Hanks2,546 words
- 12.Chapter XI: Afloat on the Canal1,853 words
- 13.Chapter XII: Missing1,664 words
- 14.Chapter XIII: The Hue and Cry1,687 words
- 15.Chapter XIV: An Unexpected Delight2,147 words
- 16.Chapter XV: The Pursuit2,426 words
- 17.Chapter XVI: The Ringmaster1,786 words
- 18.Chapter XVII: Scalawag Gets a New Home2,545 words
- 19.Chapter XVIII: A Long Look Ahead1,896 words
- 20.Chapter XIX: School Begins1,842 words
- 21.Chapter XX: Bearding the Lion1,667 words
- 22.Chapter XXI: Adventures with Scalawag2,583 words
- 23.Chapter XXII: The Green Umbrella Again2,332 words
- 24.Chapter XXIII: The Mad Dog Scare2,169 words
- 25.Chapter XXIV: It Engages Aunt Sarah's Attention2,991 words
- 26.Chapter XXV: Looking Ahead2,102 words