Alice Hale Burnett facts for kids
Alice Hale Burnett was an American author who wrote many books for kids. She is most famous for her stories that take place in a small town called Merryvale. Her books were first published a long time ago, in the early 1900s, by The New York Book Company.
The Merryvale Books
Alice Hale Burnett wrote a series of popular books known as "The Merryvale Books." These stories let readers explore what life was like for kids growing up in a small American town. The books are divided into two main groups: one for boys and one for girls.
The Merryvale Boys Series
The Merryvale Boys series tells the exciting adventures of friends like "Toad," "Chuck" Brown, "Fat," and "Reddy." These books show what it was like to be a boy in a small town, with lots of fun and sometimes a few surprises! Each story is complete on its own, so you can pick up any book and enjoy it.
Here are some of the books in this series and what they are about:
- Circus Day at Merryvale
This story is about "Toad" and "Reddy" trying to earn tickets to the circus. They find out that watering elephants is much harder work than they thought!
- Father Brown's Indian Tale
Dad tells a fascinating story, and then an unexpected visitor arrives. This visitor first surprises everyone but then makes the gathering around the fire even more interesting.
- The Picnic at Merryvale (also called Picnic Day at Merryvale)
School is out, and six friends decide to celebrate by going fishing and having a picnic. They cook the fish they catch over a campfire. Even though one friend gets wet, everyone has a great time!
- Christmas Holidays in Merryvale
"Toad" and his friends are very interested in Daddy William's Toy shop as Christmas gets closer. They plan a special surprise that brings happiness to a family in need. The boys also build snow forts and have an epic snowball fight. [1]
- Merryvale Boys on the Farm
"Toad's" grandmother invites him and "Reddy" to spend a month at Sunnyside Farm. They have many fun experiences with the farm animals like horses, cows, pigs, and chickens. They also enjoy boating, swimming, and fishing in the creek!
- Hallowe'en at Merryvale
The boys had been looking forward to a Halloween party at "Toad" Brown's house for many days. The evening finally arrives, and they play new games. A few unexpected things happen that weren't part of the plan! [2]
The Merryvale Girl Series
In the Merryvale Girl series, Alice Hale Burnett shares the adventures of three friends named Beth, Mary, and Jerry.
Here are some of the book titles in this series:
- Beth's Garden Party
- A Day at the County Fair
- Geraldine's Birthday Surprise
- Mary Entertains the Sewing Club
