The Second Adventures of Uncle Wiggily
The story follows Uncle Wiggily, a bunny rabbit gentleman, as he embarks on a series of whimsical adventures. Initially, Uncle Wiggily is excited about Thanksgiving and sets out to find a pumpkin for Nurse Jane Fuzzy Wuzzy to make a pie. Along the way, he encounters various friends and mishaps, including a runaway pumpkin that becomes a Jack o' Lantern, scaring off an alligator. As the seasons change, Uncle Wiggily constructs an ice boat and invites Nurse Jane for a ride. They have a series of humorous incidents on the ice, including bumping into Mrs. Twistytail, a pig, and narrowly avoiding danger from a broken ice patch. The adventure continues with Uncle Wiggily cleverly outsmarting a Fox and Wolf using the ice boat's anchor. With the arrival of spring, Uncle Wiggily and Uncle Butter, a goat, plan a picnic in the woods. They encounter Baby Bunty and other animal children who inadvertently take their lunch. A bear gets caught in a trap set by Uncle Wiggily, but the misunderstanding is resolved, and everyone shares the picnic. Later, Uncle Wiggily joins Floppy Twistytail and Billie Wagtail on a pirate-themed adventure. They explore a cave, believing it to be a pirate hideout. Inside, they encounter the Bob Cat and Bear, who have set a trap for Uncle Wiggily. However, the clever bunny manages to outwit them, turning the tables and capturing the would-be villains. Throughout these adventures, Uncle Wiggily's resourcefulness, humor, and kindness shine, as he navigates each challenge with the help of his friends, ultimately ensuring that everyone enjoys the fun and excitement of their escapades.
By Howard R. Garis · First published 1914 · Genre: Children's Literature, Fantasy, Adventure · 3,523 words
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"Hurray! Hurrah! " cried Uncle Wiggily in his hollow stump bungalow one day, as he twinkled his pink nose and danced around with his red, white and blue striped rheumatism crutch that Nurse Jane Fuzzy Wuzzy had gnawed out of a cornstalk. "Why are you so joyful? " asked the muskrat lady housekeeper. "Because it will soon be Thanksgiving," answered the bunny rabbit gentleman, "and you will make me a pumpkin pie. " Nurse Jane laughed and said: "I'll make you a pie if you will get me the pumpkin. " Uncle Wiggily danced again and said: "I'm going to hop along now and find one. I'll ask Uncle Butter, the goat, or some of my friends, to go with me. I'll take a wheelbarrow in which to give the pumpkin a ride. " Nurse Jane told Uncle Wiggily to bring a large pumpkin, and he said he would. "I feel so jolly, because Thanksgiving is coming, that my rheumatism is cured! " he cried. "I will not need my crutch. " So he left his crutch on the piano and started off with the wheelbarrow. "I hope you have a funny adventure," said Nurse Jane.
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- Work type: Short story
- Author: Howard R. Garis
- Date: 1914 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Children's Literature, Fantasy, Adventure, Humor, Fable
- Length: 3,523 words
- Structure: 1 section, 16 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Easy (6th Grade)
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Genres
- Children's Literature — The narrative features anthropomorphic animals, whimsical adventures, and moral elements tailored for young readers.
- Fantasy — The story includes impossible, magical events and surreal transformations that go beyond reality.
- Adventure — The plot centers on episodic quests and journeys, with characters encountering various escapades and challenges.
- Humor — The text employs playful language, absurd scenarios, and comedic twists to entertain its audience.
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children's literature · adventure · fantasy · animal characters · moral lessons · classic · whimsical · storybook · imagination · fable · juvenile fiction · humor
More by Howard R. Garis
- Uncle Wiggily on the Farm (1903)
- Uncle Wiggily's Silk Hat (1923)
- Uncle Wiggily's Fishing Trip (1902)
- Uncle Wiggily's Rolling Hoop (1918)
- Uncle Wiggily and Baby Bunty (1918)
- Uncle Wiggily and Bunty's Skates (1902)
- Uncle Wiggily and Bunty's Ride (1918)
- Uncle Wiggily and Bunty's Balloon (1928)
- All works by Howard R. Garis