Adventure of a Kite
Adventure of a Kite is a children's book about a kite named Kitey who embarks on a journey of self-discovery. After being blown away by a strong gust of wind, Kitey finds himself in a strange new world. He meets a variety of characters, including a wise old owl, a friendly dragon, and a mischievous monkey, who help him learn about the world and himself. Along the way, Kitey discovers the importance of friendship, courage, and perseverance. With the help of his new friends, Kitey learns to soar high and explore the world around him. In the end, Kitey discovers that the greatest adventure of all is the journey of life.
By Harriet Myrtle · First published 1870 · Genre: Adventure, Children's Fiction, Fantasy · 3 chapters · 6,522 words
First lines
One evening, when Mary, her mamma, and Willie had all taken their seats near the window, and the story was about to begin, Mary reminded her mamma of a merry adventure that she had mentioned as having happened when she and her brother and Master White went out to fly their "new Kite."
"Do, mamma, tell us about that," said Mary.
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Adventure of a Kite is listed on Textopian as a short story by Harriet Myrtle, dated 1870 CE.
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- Work type: Short story
- Author: Harriet Myrtle
- Date: 1870 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Adventure, Children's Fiction, Fantasy, Family
- Length: 6,522 words
- Structure: 3 chapters, 78 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Fairly Easy (7th Grade)
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Discussion starters
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- Where does Adventure first become important in the reading?
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Genres
- Adventure — The title of the book is 'Adventure of a Kite', suggesting that the book is about an adventurous journey.
- Children's Fiction — Harriet Myrtle is a children's author, suggesting that the book is intended for a young audience.
- Fantasy — The title of the book suggests that the story may involve elements of fantasy, such as flying kites or magical creatures.
- Family — The book may explore themes of family and relationships, as the protagonist embarks on an adventure with their kite.
Tags
adventure · kite · friendship · imagination · nature · childhood · exploration · freedom · creativity · play · family · outdoors