Verses For Children

Verses for Children

by Juliana Horatia Gatty Ewing

This collection of poems, written by Juliana Horatia Ewing, offers a glimpse into the Victorian world of children's literature. Filled with simple rhymes and charming tales, the verses explore themes of nature, morality, and everyday childhood experiences. Ewing's work is known for its gentle humor and heartfelt messages, making it a delightful read for children and adults alike. The poems often feature animals and natural settings, with a focus on teaching young readers about kindness, respect for the environment, and the importance of good behavior.

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Juliana Horatia Gatty Ewing was an English author born in 1841 in Ecclesfield, Yorkshire. She was the daughter of the Reverend Alfred Gatty, a Church of England vicar, and Margaret Gatty, a writer...

Books by Juliana Horatia Gatty Ewing

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2: The Burial of the Linnet
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3: Master Fritz
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4: The Willow-Man
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5: Our Garden
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6: A Friend in the Garden
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7: Three Little Nest Birds
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8: Dolly's Lullaby, A Nursery Rhyme
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9: A Hero to His Hobby-Horse
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10: The Dolls' Wash
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11: House-Building and Repairs
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12: The Blue-Bells on the Lea
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13: An Only Child's Tea-Party
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14: Papa Poodle
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15: Grandmother's Spring
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16: Big Smith
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17: Kit's Cradle
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18: The Mill Stream
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19: Boy and Squirrel
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20: Little Master to his Big Dog
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21: A Sweet Little Dear
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22: Blue and Red, or, the Discontented Lobster
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23: The Yellow Fly, A Tale with a Sting in it
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24: Canada Home
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25: The Poet and the Brook, a Tale of Transformations
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26: A Soldier's Children
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27: 'Touch him if you Dare', a Tale of the Hedge
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28: Mother's Birthday Review
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29: The Promise
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30: Convalescence
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31: The Adventures of an Elf
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32: Serenade
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33: Maiden with the Gipsy Look
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34: Ah, Would I Could Forget
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35: Madrigal
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36: The Elleree, A Song of Second Sight
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37: Other Stars
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38: Faded Flowers
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39: Speed Well
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40: How Many Years Ago?
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41: 'With a Difference'
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42: The Lily of the Lake
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43: From Fleeting Pleasures: a Requiem for One Alive
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44: The Runaway's Return
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45: Fancy Free, A Girl's Song
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46: My Love's Gift
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47: Anemones
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48: Autumn Leaves
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49: Confirmation
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50: Whitsuntide
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51: Christmas Wishes, a Carol
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52: Teach Me. (From the Danish)
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