Ida's new shoes

"Ida's New Shoes" by Madeline Leslie is a children's story written in the late 19th century. This book revolves around the character of young Ida Kent, exploring themes of temper, behavior, and the journey towards self-improvement. It is a narrative intended for children, likely aiming to impart moral lessons about controlling one's emotions and nurturing a good character. The story follows Ida, a spirited little girl who frequently struggles with her temper. It begins with her excitement over a new pair of shoes, which leads to a series of events demonstrating her challenges in managing her emotions. Throughout the book, we witness Ida’s encounters with her family, including her mother, Aunt Mary, and her temperamental cousin Joseph. As the plot unfolds, Ida learns valuable lessons about kindness, forgiveness, and the importance of self-control, not only through her own experiences but also by observing others around her, like Joseph, who faces challenges due to his anger. Ultimately, the narrative emphasizes that with effort and support, children can overcome their flaws and grow into better individuals. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Harriette Newell Woods Baker was an American author of books for children, and editor. Her career as an author began when she was about 30 years old. She devoted herself successfully to novels; but after about 15 years, she wrote popular religious literature. Her most famous book, Tim, the Scissors Grinder, sold half a million copies, and was translated into several languages. Baker published about 200 moral and religious tales under the pen name "Mrs. Madeline Leslie". She also wrote under her own name or initials, and under that of "Aunt Hattie". She wrote chiefly for the young, and was still writing in 1893 when she died.