The Secret Garden
eBook - 2017
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Apr 02, 2020
Mary Lennox is a selfish young orphan sent from India to live in England with an uncle who has many secrets.
When young Mary Lennox moves into Misselthwaite Manor, she hates it. But after uncovering a hidden key, Mary discovers an old, abandoned garden that has a few secrets. With two unexpected friends, Mary gets to work bringing the garden back to life. In Mary’s determination to see the garden bloom,... Read More »
When Mary Lennox is sent from India to the moors of England to live with her uncle after losing her parents, not only does she discover a secret garden, but she also discovers the true meaning of family, friendship, and perseverence.
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Add Age Suitabilityred_leopard_636 thinks this title is suitable for between the ages of 11 and 99
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Laura_X
Feb 22, 2019
"Is the spring coming?" he said. "What is it like?"...
"It is the sun shining on the rain and the rain falling on the sunshine..."
“At first people refuse to believe that a strange new thing can be done, then they begin to hope it can be done, then they see it can be done--then it is done and all the world wonders why it was not done centuries ago.”
That night Colin slept without once awakening, and when he opened his eyes in the morning he lay still and smiled without knowing it-smiled because he felt so curiosly comfortable. It was actually nice to be awake, and he turned over and stretched his limbs luxuriously."
That night Colin slept without once awakening, and when he opened his eyes in the morning he lay still and smiled without knowing it-smiled because he felt so curiosly comfortable. It was actually nice to be awake, and he turned over and stretched his limbs luxuriously."
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Add a SummaryThis book takes you through a beautiful story of a girl learning to love and care.
This book explains when Mary goes to a new home, she is spoiled and later on she finds a friend and a place where she hides.
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Add a CommentOverall, lovely story and message to read to 6 year old. Cautionary note, beginning may be a bit rough for young ones. Parents can simply adjust as needed. Yet don't give up and miss out on an inspirational story of will power, benefits of positive thinking, having faith in oneself and knowing that there is magic/faith greater than any of us... even during the darkest of times.
Amazing, fresh story, about hope, joy, and the wonders of living!
The Secret Garden is a cheerful story about the power of hope, joy, and family. Readers will be intrigued by the obvious and drastic character development that takes place in this book. The author manages to tell the story of a young girl who learns to become appreciative of the world around her. While The Secret Garden is an older story, it does carry certain elements and themes that are relevant in this day. There are many elements of the story that align with various genres, which allows it to be a favourite of many. Overall, this novel is very comprehensive, intriguing, and informative… a great read! @avidreader16 of the Teen Review Board at the Hamilton Public Library
A classic book appealing to adults as much as children, with themes of hope, growth, magic, and possibility as a young girl finds new life for herself in the remote home of a reclusive uncle.
anyone looking for a lexile # its 970L great for 6th graders
I grew up with this classic story. My mom used to read it to my sister and I every winter in front of the fireplace. I love the story even now. It is something I think every child should read or have read to them.
While this book has garnered widespread praise for many years, even by trying to see it through the eyes of a 12-year-old, I didn't get much out of it. I've recently read several books that fall into the YA or juvenile category such as The Hunting of the Snark and Ms. Bixby's Last Day, both of which I found more satisfying. There's no denying this book has a good deal of charm, but it's very dated, very "English" and lacks both the realism and wonderful character portrayals of Ms Bixby and the infectious silliness of The Snark. I found it overly sweet and at times simply boring. I suspect a 12-year-old today would feel the same. Modern writers such as John Green are able to produce books that feature children and young adults or are largely aimed at YA readers and still appeal to mature readers. I'm afraid that our world has left books like The Secret Garden behind.
This book is one of my favourites of all time. I love the story it's beautiful/sad it gives all the emotions. I love how Mary grows and becomes a happier child while staying in England. I love the details of the gardens and everything. It really makes you feel like your there. Also how the relationships of the characters in the story come together.
Entertaining, engaging, and wholesome. I somehow missed this classic of children's literature (and have never seen any of the movie versions either!). I liked it, but Burnett's A Little Princess is her masterpiece.
Our daughter started with the Little Golden Book version of this when she was two years old and loved it, and moved to a slightly abridged version by three and then soon to the full librivox audiobook version before she was four. It was her first "real" book ever, and she has listened to it dozens of times by now.