Books with title Raggedy Ann Stories

Since Raggedy Andy first appeared in print in 1920, he has delighted millions of readers with his adventurous spirit and compassionate nature. Now he returns to captivate a new generation in this carefully produced reissue, which restores the book to its original appearance. All the original stories are here, as Raggedy Andy arrives in the mail at Marcella's father's office, displays his cheery smile, and is eagerly reunited with his sister, Raggedy Ann. After a warm welcome from the other dolls, Raggedy Andy adds to their fun with a dance, a pillow fight, and a taffy pull. His merry escapades frequently show his generosity in helping others, as he bravely ventures into the gutter to find the penny dolls, "cures" the French doll, and encourages the wooden horse. Other stories also include Raggedy Andy and the other dolls' encounters with the Easter bunny, Santa Claus, and a beautiful seashell. Johnny Gruelle's delicate illustrations are the perfect companion to the well-loved stories in this American classic, the only edition authorized by the Gruelle family. A brief biography of the author-artist by his grandson, Kim Gruelle, makes this edition especially valuable.

For the happiness you have brought to them let me give to you the doll of all my dolls, the doll I loved most dearly. My mother called the doll Raggedy Andy and it was by this name that I have always known him. Is it any wonder that I was surprised when I saw the title of your book? Introduce Raggedy Andy to Raggedy Ann, dear Johnny. Let him share in the happiness of your household.

Ever wonder how did Raggedy Andy come about? This classic children’s book will take even older readers back to a time that is undeniably charming. Surprising in their depth, each story is approximately 1200 words in length, with lots of lively scenes for young readers to imagine: “Then down through the garden and out through a crack in the fence the Easter Bunny hopped, with a long string of dolls trailing behind.”Book opens with two letters to Johnny Gruelle, the author/illustrator of Raggedy Ann and Raggedy Andy. In the first letter, Raggedy Andy’s “Mama” thanks the author and tells the story of how it came to be that her mother made her a doll named Raggedy Andy.The next letter is from a woman who had a Raggedy Ann doll as a child and she had a little girlfriend named Bessie. Bessie’s mother made Bessie a rag doll so the girls could play together, and named that doll Raggedy Andy.The storybook itself begins with How Raggedy Andy Came, the arrival of Raggedy Andy in the nursery and meeting Raggedy Ann.Story chapters include: The Nursery Dance, The Spinning Wheel, The Taffy Pull, The Rabbit Chase, The New Tin Gutter, Doctor Raggedy Andy, Raggedy Andy’s Smile, The Wooden Horse, Making “Angels” in the Snow, and The Singing Shell.

There's a new doll in the nursery, and it's Raggedy Ann's fun-loving brother, Andy. The rest of the toys―including Henny, the little Dutch doll, and Uncle Clem―are delighted to have a new friend to join them in their pillow fights, taffy-pulls, and other games. When sticky medicine glues the French doll's eyes shut, it's Andy who figures out the cure. And when Andy's smile vanishes, Santa Claus himself restores the happy-go-lucky rag doll's big grin.This facsimile of the 1920 classic features the charming original color illustrations by author Johnny Gruelle. Generations of young readers and listeners have treasured these heartwarming stories about the secret lives of dolls, and they've also learned valuable lessons about kindness, positive thinking, and the enduring power of friendship.

Raggedy Ann is a rag doll with red yarn for hair and has a triangle nose. The stories describe a smart, kind, and generous rag doll who comes to life with other dolls when the owner is not in the nursery. Whenever a doll is on the floor in the morning, it is because it just didn't quite make it back to bed in time. The Raggedy Ann character was created in 1915 as a doll, and was introduced to the public in the 1918 book Raggedy Ann Stories. When a doll was marketed with the book, the concept had great success. Over 75,000 handmade dolls were made by the Non-Breakable Toy Co. of Muskegon, Michigan between 1918 and 1926. The doll and the stories have been used for generations as a way to teach children virtues and values. This edition is limited to 1,000 copies.

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- Quality Digital Text- More than 65 Color Images- Unrestricted DRM rights to allow viewing on computer and hand-held KindleLinked table of Contents to 11 classic children's stories:How Raggedy Andy CameThe Nursery DanceThe Spinning WheelThe Taffy PullThe Rabbit ChaseThe New Tin GutterDoctor Raggedy AndyRaggedy Andy's SmileThe Wooden HorseMaking Angels In The SnowThe Singing Shell

There she sits, a trifle loppy and loose-jointed, looking me squarely in the face in a straightforward, honest manner, a twinkle where her shoe-button eyes reflect the electric light. Evidently Raggedy has been to a "tea party" today, for her face is covered with chocolate. She smiles happily and continuously. This version does not contain illustrations.