The Tale of Jasper Jay Tuck-Me-In Tales

"The Tale of Jasper Jay" by Arthur Scott Bailey is a children's story that falls within the genre of animal fiction, written in the early 20th century. The book tells the humorous and engaging exploits of Jasper Jay, a mischievous blue jay known for his loud voice and troublesome antics among the feathered creatures of Pleasant Valley. The narrative explores themes of bravery, bullying, and the importance of manners, all delivered in a light-hearted and approachable style for young readers. The story begins with Jasper Jay's noisy and raucous behavior, which often annoys other birds like Mr. Chippy, leading to confrontations and humorous exchanges. As the plot develops, Jasper becomes increasingly focused on the strange calls of an unknown bird, leading him on a futile search that ultimately reveals his cowardice. Alongside the antics of Jasper, the story features his interactions with other characters, such as the wise Solomon Owl and the boastful Noisy Jake. Ultimately, Jasper learns valuable lessons about humility, friendship, and the consequences of his raucous behavior when he is invited to join the Pleasant Valley Singing Society. Throughout the tale, Bailey skillfully weaves these lessons into entertaining misadventures, making it both a fun read and a source of moral guidance for children. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Arthur Scott Bailey was an American writer. He was the author of more than forty children's books. He was born in St. Albans, Vermont, United States, the second child of Winfield Scott Bailey and Harriet Sarah Goodhue. Winfield Bailey owned a dry goods shop that was stated to be "one of the most reputable of St. Albans mercantile concerns" and specialized in furs; namely ladies' fur coats, muffs and scarves. Bailey attended St. Albans Academy and graduated in 1896, in a class of only eleven other students. He then went on to the University of Vermont in Burlington, Vermont, where he became involved in a fraternal organization, Sigma Phi.