Five Little Peppers and How They Grew


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(4.8 stars; 432 reviews)

Five Little Peppers and How They Grew introduces readers to the endearing Pepper family, a group of five siblings navigating the challenges of poverty in a small, close-knit community. Led by their resourceful mother, the children—Ben, Polly, Joel, Davie, and the youngest, Phronsie—forge a life filled with love, laughter, and resilience despite their circumstances.

Set in the late 19th century, this charming tale captures the essence of childhood adventure and the importance of family bonds. As the Peppers face various trials, their ingenuity and spirit shine through, offering lessons in perseverance and the value of togetherness.

Margaret Sidney's storytelling brings to life the joys and struggles of growing up, making this book a delightful exploration of childhood that resonates with readers of all ages. Join the Pepper children on their journey as they learn and grow, proving that happiness can be found even in the simplest of moments.

Chapters

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A Home View 13:26 Read by rachelellen
Making Happiness for Mamsie 21:04 Read by rachelellen
Mamsie’s Birthday 11:38 Read by rachelellen
Trouble for the Little Brown House 22:10 Read by rachelellen
More Trouble 15:59 Read by rachelellen
Hard Days for Polly 21:45 Read by rachelellen
The Cloud over the Little Brown House 9:11 Read by rachelellen
Joel’s Turn 7:44 Read by rachelellen
Sunshine Again 18:06 Read by rachelellen
A Threatened Blow 7:37 Read by rachelellen
Safe 4:52 Read by rachelellen
New Friends 25:37 Read by rachelellen
Phronsie Pays a Debt of Gratitude 7:21 Read by rachelellen
A Letter to Jasper 20:09 Read by rachelellen
Jolly Days 19:11 Read by rachelellen
Getting a Christmas for the Little Ones 18:38 Read by rachelellen
Christmas Bells! 17:49 Read by rachelellen
Education Ahead 23:22 Read by rachelellen
Brave Work and the Reward 6:39 Read by rachelellen
Polly is Comforted 11:57 Read by rachelellen
Phronsie 20:41 Read by rachelellen
Getting Ready for Mamsie and the Boys 28:49 Read by rachelellen
Which Treats of a Good Many Matters 27:23 Read by rachelellen
Polly’s Dismal Morning 10:49 Read by rachelellen
Polly’s Big Bundle 31:47 Read by rachelellen

Reviews


(5 stars)

Awesome. I listened to it 24 times

very nice reading


(5 stars)

A good, wholesome book, read well

I love it! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! !


(5 stars)

Fun, sweet story


(5 stars)

Lovely book and an incredible reader - she brings all the characters to life with their own distinctive voices, and reads with so much energy. The reading makes the story far more enjoyable than it would be otherwise - and it's a great story in itself! :)

Well read.


(5 stars)

Although description doesn't say, first in this quaint series.

it's a very good book and I love the reader


(5 stars)

one of my favorite old-fashioned stories


(4.5 stars)

The reader did a wonderful job. This story about a family coming together in hard times and loving each other during every second of it has always been one of my favorites. A classic.

well read


(3 stars)

excellent reader. I had forgotten how much this is a "period piece"; family is poor but happy, they don't have quite enough food but the little girl has plump little hands. wishful thinking by someone who has never experienced true want, but very typical of literature of that time.