Three Little Cousins

Blanchard, Amy Ella, 1856-1926Project Gutenberg · United StatesDec 2019

2.5

Word count: 189K words
Chapters: 19

Summary

Project Gutenberg was the first provider of free electronic books, or eBooks. Michael Hart, founder of Project Gutenberg, invented eBooks in 1971 and his memory continues to inspire the creation of eBooks and related technologies today.Three Little Cousins by Amy Ella BlanchardAuthor: Blanchard, Amy Ella, 1856-1926,Language: English, Class: PZ: Language and Literatures: Juvenile belles lettres, Release Date: Aug 7, 2008

Editor's review

Three Little Cousins by Amy Ella Blanchard is a work of children's literature in the juvenile belles lettres class of Language and Literatures. The story revolves around three cousins and carries the family narrative and coming-of-age themes typical of early children's literature; the language is relatively accessible and the plot warm, making it a suitable entry point for English learners encountering late nineteenth- to early twentieth-century English children's fiction. As a free Project Gutenberg eBook, it is extremely easy to obtain and can be read at any time on a phone, tablet, or computer. For readers curious about the early face of American children's literature, the book offers a plain and authentic sample; for parents seeking original English books for their children, it can also serve as a lightweight option for shared reading. Note that public-domain eBooks usually lack modern annotations, so readers may need to look up a few archaic expressions on their own.

Who it's for

A good fit for

Intermediate English learners who want to start with a lightweight original English book
Primary and secondary school English teachers who need English children's literature materials
Literature enthusiasts interested in late nineteenth-century American children's fiction
Parents looking for free English books for their children

Not a good fit for

Adult readers seeking strong plots and fast-paced stories
Self-learners who need modern annotations or teaching support materials
Readers whose English reading is still at a beginner level and who are unwilling to look up words

Reading tips

Read one chapter first to get a feel for the narrative pace, then decide whether to study the language in detail.
Jot down unfamiliar archaic expressions and look them up in batches so as not to interrupt reading.
When reading together as a family, take turns reading aloud in sections and discuss the different personalities of the three cousins.
After finishing, compare with children's literature of the same period to see how family narrative styles differ.

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Project Gutenberg United States · Founded in 1971

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FAQ

What English level is this book suitable for?

The language is generally accessible and the sentence structures are not complex, so readers with intermediate English reading ability can give it a try. There are occasional archaic expressions and period vocabulary; readers willing to look up words or infer from context will find it smoother. Those new to original English children's fiction can also start with this book.

What are the features of the Project Gutenberg edition?

This edition is a free public-domain eBook released by Project Gutenberg, usually available for download in multiple formats for easy reading on phones, tablets, or computers. It generally has no modern annotations, introduction, or teaching support materials, so readers need to handle archaic expressions and background information themselves.

Is this book suitable for early English learning with children?

It is not very suitable for absolute beginners. Although the English is accessible, it is still a complete long narrative with period language features. It is better suited to children who already have some English reading foundation, reading with parental support, or as transitional material for shared reading rather than as a first introductory book.

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About the author

Blanchard, Amy Ella, 1856-1926 Author

Amy Ella Blanchard (1856–1926) was an American writer of children's literature. Public information about her life and nationality is limited, but the library holds thirteen of her works, suggesting she was fairly active in the children's book field of her day. Her writing centers on family life, holidays, and travel experiences of young readers. Representative works include The Four Corners Abroad and The Four Corners in Japan, which follow four siblings on overseas journeys, as well as A Dear Little Girl, A Dear Little Girl's Thanksgiving Holidays, and Kittyboy's Christmas, stories built around holidays and everyday adventures. An Everyday Girl: A Story, Talbot's Angles, and Little Maid Marian further show her skill at portraying ordinary girls' growth and family relationships. Her gentle, warm style, attentive to small domestic details and childlike humor, suits younger readers.