The Bobbsey Twins on a Houseboat by Laura Lee Hope

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Author Hope, Laura Lee
Title The Bobbsey Twins on a Houseboat
Note Reading ease score: 93.3 (5th grade). Very easy to read.
Credits Produced by Juliet Sutherland, Charles Franks and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team
Summary "The Bobbsey Twins on a Houseboat" by Laura Lee Hope is a children's novel likely written in the early 20th century. The story centers around the Bobbsey twins—Bert and Nan, Flossie and Freddie—as they embark on a summer adventure aboard a houseboat called the Bluebird. The book promises a blend of family fun, exciting encounters, and the innocent misadventures typical of children in a pastoral setting. The opening of the novel introduces the characters and establishes a playful tone. The Bobbsey family is depicted engaging in a lighthearted dilemma involving a missing harness for their pet dog, Snap, and the excitement builds when they learn about their father's purchase of a houseboat. As the children discover these delightful tidbits and get involved in humorous antics—like Freddie's ill-fated attempt to ride his older brother's bicycle—the stage is set for a summer characterized by friendship, exploration, and the thrill of aquatic life. The narrative effectively captures the spirited essence of childhood, making it an appealing read for young audiences who enjoy tales of adventure and familial bonds. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class PZ: Language and Literatures: Juvenile belles lettres
Subject Twins -- Juvenile fiction
Subject Bobbsey Twins (Fictitious characters) -- Juvenile fiction
Subject Siblings -- Juvenile fiction
Subject Houseboats -- Juvenile fiction
Category Text
EBook-No. 5948
Release Date
Most Recently Updated Sep 25, 2012
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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