Our Runaway Kite
The story revolves around a young girl who runs away from home with her kite after being scolded by her mother for flying it too close to the house. She flees into the woods and becomes lost, where she encounters various obstacles and challenges that test her resourcefulness and determination. As night begins to fall, the girl takes shelter in an old cabin, where she meets a kind-hearted old man who helps her find her way back home. Along the way, she learns valuable lessons about responsibility, obedience, and the importance of listening to her mother's advice. The story is a poignant exploration of childhood independence, the consequences of disobedience, and the power of forgiveness and redemption.
By Lucy Maud Montgomery · First published 1909 · Genre: Children's Literature, Family Saga, Adventure · 2,379 words
First lines
Of course there was nobody for us to play with on the Big Half Moon, but then, as Claude says, you can't have everything. We just had to make the most of each other, and we did.
The Big Half Moon is miles from anywhere, except the Little Half Moon. But nobody lives there, so that doesn't count.
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Our Runaway Kite is listed on Textopian as a short story by Lucy Maud Montgomery, dated 1909 CE.
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- Work type: Short story
- Author: Lucy Maud Montgomery
- Date: 1909 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Children's Literature, Family Saga, Adventure, Coming-of-Age, Realism
- Length: 2,379 words
- Structure: 1 section, 30 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Very Easy (5th Grade or below)
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Genres
- Children's Literature — The narrative centers around the experiences and imagination of children, making it primarily a work for young readers.
- Family Saga — The story explores familial relationships and the discovery of long-lost relatives, emphasizing themes of family and connection.
- Adventure — The characters engage in imaginative play and adventures, particularly with kites and pirate games, which are central to the plot.
- Coming-of-Age — The protagonists experience growth and understanding about family and relationships, typical of coming-of-age narratives.
Tags
Children's Literature · Classic Novel · Coming-of-Age Story · Family Drama · Friendship · Growing Up · Historical Fiction · Literary Fiction · Nostalgia · Poetic Prose · Romance · Small Town Life