In the barn the children looked for pumpkins which had no stems left on them. Some of them were so large that they made good seats. “We will put four small seats in the front row,” said Polly. “Those are for the four dolls. Then we will have four in the next row. Those are…

The content describes a series of stories for 1st graders featuring Peter and Polly, exploring seasonal adventures, imaginative play, nature, family, and interactions with pets and animals.

Early in September school began. The schoolhouse was a small white building. In front of it was a large yard. This was a good place to play. Polly went to school every day except Saturdays and Sundays. She liked it very much. Peter stayed at home and played with Tim and Wag-wag and Collie. He…

Do you know Peter and Polly Howe? Polly is a little girl. She is about as old as you. She has blue eyes. She has red curls. She has freckles on her face. Peter is Polly’s little brother. Have you a little brother, too? Perhaps your brother is like Peter. Do you play out of…