The Birds' Christmas Carol
Kate Douglas Wiggin
May 2026 · Start Publishing LLC · AI-narrated by Madison (from Google)
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Kate Douglas Wiggin (1856-1923) was an important reformer of children's education at the turn of the century. During a period when children's place in society was little other than cheap labor, Kate Douglas Wiggin was dedicated to the betterment of youth. She was the first person to found a free kindergarten school in San Francisco in 1878. Her passion for children's rights carried over to her successful career as an author of children's books. In her 1887 tale "The Birds' Christmas Carol", Kate Douglas Wiggin tells the story of the angelic Carol Bird, a young girl who spreads mirth to everyone around her. Born on Christmas, Carol tragically falls ill when she is five years old. The novel follows her heartwarming plan to hold a majestic Christmas celebration for the neighboring Ruggles family. A true Christmas classic, this tale is sure to inspire all with Christmas joy.
Kate Douglas Wiggin (1856-1923) was an important reformer of children's education at the turn of the century. During a period when children's place in society was little other than cheap labor, Kate Douglas Wiggin was dedicated to the betterment of youth. She was the first person to found a free ...
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Kate Douglas Wiggin (1856-1923) was an American educator, author, and pioneer of the kindergarten movement in the US. She founded the first free kindergarten in San Francisco in 1878 and wrote the classic children's novel Rebecca of Sunnybrook Farm. Her work emphasized early childhood education, and she was a celebrated author of children's literature.
Marnye Young is a stage, screen, and voice actor and has recorded hundreds of audiobooks. Marnye has an MFA from David Geffen Yale School of Drama and is the recipient of numerous awards, including SOVAS and Earphones. She has done voice-over work for major brands like Microsoft as well as video games. She is a coach and a mentor. Marnye is best known for her role as Lady Anne in the SAG-AFTRA film Richard III with William Daniels. She is a Jane Austenite and a Shakespeare buff. When Marnye isn't working she is busy "moming" her identical twin girls.
Kate Douglas Wiggin (1856-1923) was an American educator, author, and pioneer of the kindergarten movement in the US. She founded the first free kindergarten in San Francisco in 1878 and wrote the classic children's novel Rebecca of Sunnybrook Farm. Her work emphasized early childhood education, ...
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