Relates the antics of a rambunctious girl who lives with a horse and a monkey--but without any parents--at the edge of a Swedish village.
4.1Overall Score
Pippi Longstocking
Readers Review A classic from the early 20th century, this book still engages younger readers who will enjoy Pippi's many antics. Lacks in educational value, but a classic read, as long as you ...
Readers Review
A classic from the early 20th century, this book still engages younger readers who will enjoy Pippi’s many antics. Lacks in educational value, but a classic read, as long as you discuss with your kids some of the issues that arise in the book.
To look out for
- Islamic values: Pippi has no parents, and mentions that her father is the Cannibal King (later changed to King of the Natives). Pippi lives alone and gets into a fair amount of mischief. She has piles of gold, and tells tall tales, and brandishes pistols, occasionally getting into fights. Having fun is of primary importance to her, and she often makes fun of adults.
- Violence: Pippi often talks about guns and gets in the occasional fight with other kids.
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