Geppetto Makes Pinocchio New Feet

Name: Geppetto Makes Pinocchio New Feet
Author: Carlo Collodi

The story begins with a puppet expressing dissatisfaction with his wooden feet, prompting his creator, Geppetto, to initially refuse to make him new ones as a lesson for his misbehavior. Pinocchio pleads for new feet, promising to be good, go to school, and support Geppetto in his old age. Moved by Pinocchio's sorrow, Geppetto decides to craft new feet for him. After completing the feet, Geppetto attaches them while Pinocchio pretends to sleep. Once the feet are secured, Pinocchio joyfully jumps around, eager to go to school. However, he realizes he lacks clothes, prompting Geppetto to create a makeshift outfit from paper and tree bark. Pinocchio admires his appearance but soon recognizes he still needs a spelling book. Both Geppetto and Pinocchio lament their poverty, realizing they have no money for the book. Geppetto, determined to provide for his puppet son, sells his old coat to buy the spelling book. When Pinocchio learns of this sacrifice, he is deeply moved and expresses his affection for Geppetto, highlighting the themes of love, sacrifice, and the desire for education. The narrative emphasizes the bond between father and son, as well as the challenges they face due to their financial struggles.

By Carlo Collodi · First published 1881 · Genre: Children's Literature, Fantasy, Adventure · 874 words

First lines

No sooner had the puppet satisfied his hunger than he began to cry and to grumble because he wanted a pair of new feet.

But Geppetto, to punish him for his naughtiness, allowed him to cry and to despair for half the day. He then said to him:

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Work type: Novella
Author: Carlo Collodi
Date: 1881 CE
Language: English
Genres: Children's Literature, Fantasy, Adventure, Fable, Family
Length: 874 words
Structure: 1 section, 38 paragraphs
Reading fit: Easy (6th Grade)

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Genres

Children's Literature — The story is aimed at a young audience, featuring a puppet's adventures and moral lessons.
Fantasy — The narrative involves magical elements, such as a puppet coming to life and the creation of new feet.
Adventure — Pinocchio's journey includes various escapades and challenges he faces.
Fable — The story conveys moral lessons about honesty, responsibility, and the consequences of one's actions.