WHAT KATY DID AT SCHOOL (DODO PRESS) PDF, EPUB, EBOOK Susan Coolidge | 152 pages | 28 Feb 2007 | Dodo Press | 9781406515282 | English | Gloucester, United Kingdom What Katy Did at School (Dodo Press) PDF Book Read more Had Aunt Izzie actually explained that the swing was unsafe because one of the staples supporting it had cracked, "all would have been right," but she believes that children should unquestioningly obey their elders. Katy is traveling as a companion to friend Mrs. You can feel the excitement and tension, and the unhappiness and depression. Trivia About What Katy Did at Another dip into the world of Katy, who gets an unexpected opportunity to travel to Europe with her friend and child. Katy's days flew like the wind; for when she wasn't studying lessons, or sewing and darning with Aunt Izzie, which she hated extremely, there were always so many delightful schemes rioting in her brains, that all she wished for was ten pairs of hands to carry them out. The car journey was still boring even with the book. Katy seems to enjoy the sight-seeings and it is her who solves everything, when no one else seems to know what to do. Add to Basket. View 1 comment. I think Susan Coolidge did like traveling, though -- I read all the miseries in this book as partly realism, partly warning her wealthy young American readers not to expect their own European tours to be completely Jae Winter's review characterizes What Katy Did Next as "a travelogue written by someone who apparently hated traveling [ Katy cares for a neighbour's daughter, Amy Ashe, while Mrs Ashe cares for her nephew who is stricken with Scarlet Fever. Readers also enjoyed. Bright, headstrong Katy can hardly avoid getting into mischief almost daily under these circumstances, but she is unfailingly remorseful afterward. Susan Coolidge. First edition cover. It is sweet, innocent story about sweet, innocent girls - typical for the time it was written. Jae Winter's review characterizes What Katy Did Next as "a travelogue written by someone who apparently hated traveling [ Customers who bought this item also bought. All three of them are seasick on the journey, but they eventually arrive. Plus there is Mrs Ashe's handsome brother, who unfortunately, seems very taken with Katy's cousin Lilly who is also on a trip about the continent. I enjoyed the book but the first one is still my favourite. Her idea is to get a bit of rest being weary from nursing her nephew and being separated from her daughter for so long by going to Europe. Paperback , pages. I've been reading it with my daughter alongside a pile of holiday brochures. After Katy's accident, Cousin Helen helps her adjust to her illness. What Katy Did at School (Dodo Press) Writer New Book. These books remind me how I want to be. It follows the adventures of a twelve-year-old American girl, Katy Carr, and her family who live in the fictional lakeside Ohio town of Burnet in the s. The climate is just what you need. Rose is now married, to someone called Deniston, and they have a child. September, Coolidge writes, seemed "determined to show that he knew how to make himself just as disagreeable as August, if only he chose to do so. Average rating 3. But eventually they get there. There is something hopeless in such cold. I really don't want to ruin the whole story for you by telling you every detail, but hopefully it has answered your question satisfactorily enough. The school he proposes to send the girls to at the college town of Hillsover, on the Connecticut river based on Hanover in New Hampshire, home to Dartmouth College is far to the north of their home, and the winters, Dr Carr says, "are pretty cold , I fancy; but the air is sure to be good and bracing. Download as PDF Printable version. Again, Katy is the one who makes the way smooth. Seller Inventory ING Book Description Dodo Press , I wanted the 3rd book so bad! And, of course, we don't actually get to see any romance or hear any romantic talk from the lovers, because the author wishes to protect our innocent young minds from the subject. To ask other readers questions about What Katy Did at School , please sign up. He develops a certain mechanical skill over time. Lifted from the flat, warm plains of the midwest, removed from the glow of her family, she is chilled, but invigorated, too; the contrasting cold of the mountains echoes and amplifies her change of circumstances, and seems to shake her awake. Katy and Clover go to a girl's boarding school. Carr could not have afforded this , and the opportunity of a lifetime to see some of the sights her friend doesn't seem all that interested in most of it! What Katy Did at School (Dodo Press) Reviews Katy was the longest girl that was ever seen. Aug 28, Kitty rated it really liked it. The possibility that she could leave her room is barely considered and no-one thinks of moving her to the ground floor. I loved these books as s young adult, and they are enchanting still. She was able to make the book live. Echo L Page at all. Katy cares for a neighbour's daughter, Amy Ashe, while Mrs Ashe cares for her nephew who is stricken with Scarlet Fever. They meet many girls and befriend several; experience mishaps, and fun, and learning. It follows the adventures of a twelve-year-old American girl, Katy Carr, and her family who live in the fictional lakeside Ohio town of Burnet in the s. Clover takes on a much bigger role, charming everyone she meets. Quite boring; the travelling is not described in a fun way, in fact it reads more like a mundane list rather than an exciting adventure. Oct 25, Aira Iqbal rated it it was amazing Shelves: books-i-own , classics. A fun little book series that is funny and instructive as well as it keeps you entertained. The next part is described in detail - the Atlantic crossing, eventual arrival in Liv Another dip into the world of Katy, who gets an unexpected opportunity to travel to Europe with her friend and child. Jul 18, Dorothea rated it it was ok. Order by newest oldest recommendations. Note: the title isn't really posed as a question, but strangely is shown here as that. This charming story, first published in , is the third of Susan Coolidge's three hugely popular Katy books. Carr could not have afforded this , and the opportunity of a lifetime to see some of the sights her friend doesn't seem all that interested in most of it! More information about this seller Contact this seller. A fun little book series that is funny and instructive as well as it keeps you entertained. Rating details. Her eyes sparkle with fun, she has dimples that make you want to laugh too, and 'Whatever she said or did seemed f I enjoyed this. You can feel the excitement and tension, and the unhappiness and depression. Aug 06, Jacqui rated it it was amazing. I randomly picked it up and read in one sitting on one looong car journey. Prig and idiot Here's the sequel to What Katy Did and it does not disappoint! Add to that the rather tedious tantrums and lengthy illness of a whiny brat. Book Description Dodo Press. Katy and Clover go to a girl's boarding school. Clover take I do love the Carr Family stories. This was a diverting story with some sweet life lessons found in it, but to me not as captivating as the first book in the series. If you only like suspenseful, action I liked this book - I found it easier to read and a lot more engaging than What Katy Did. This book is burnt in my memory and it con only be 5 stars from me. I also appreciated the way in which the author made a point of instilling good morals and lessons into the story throughout the book, without making it dull or tiresome. View all 5 comments. And the inclusion of what's surely one of the most magical descriptions of a Christmas in literature, in which Katy and Clover receive a Christmas box brimming with gifts, flowers and all manner of exotic edibles I was just about down with ginger snaps, but "jumbles Lists with This Book. This one when where we see our Katy all grown up is wonderful. Woolsey worked as a nurse during the American Civil War — , after which she started to write. Call it old-fashioned if you like; I call it refreshing. The marvelous Rose Red and her mischievous ways intrigued me and the descriptions of everything from clothes to food stay in my memory to this day. She is very particular and often scolds because she does not understand the children's ways, although she has a heart of gold. New copy - Usually dispatched within working days. Published by Dodo Press. Soon this is arranged and although Katy has many doubts, due to the length of time she will be away from her family, they are soon off on their travels. She was nearly expelled. Seller Inventory AAV And, of course, we don't actually get to see any romance or hear any romantic talk from the lovers, because the author wishes to protect our innocent young minds from the subject.