Woodside or, Look, Listen, and Learn.

"Woodsides" by Caroline Hadley is a children's novel written in the early 20th century. The book explores the adventures of three siblings—Jack, Mary, and Annie—who visit their grandfather's country house, Woodside, while their parents travel abroad. Through their explorations, the children discover the joys of nature, animals, and the beauty of rural life, making it an engaging tale about childhood and the wonders of the natural world. The opening of the story introduces the children's arrival at their grandfather's house, where they are greeted by familiar sights, including the watch-dog and the family cat. Excited to explore the country, the children quickly unpack and head outdoors, where they visit familiar animals like the lazy pony and the lively dog named Lion. Their day is filled with curiosity and delight as they revisit favorite spots and make new discoveries in the garden and nearby woods, setting the stage for a series of joyful, nature-filled adventures that await them throughout their stay at Woodside. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

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