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The Orphans
The Orphans

The Orphans

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This adaptation explores themes of loss, resilience, and the significance of community support. It addresses the emotional experiences of children facing difficult circumstances while encouraging readers to reflect on their values of kindness and compassion. Readers are advised to consider their emotional readiness and comfort level before engaging with these themes.

Reading Levels

Total Words 8168
Unique Words 1478
Reading Ease
Total Words 6257
Unique Words 1524
Reading Ease

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Arabic, Bulgarian, Chinese, Czech, Danish, Dutch, English, Estonian, Finnish, French, German, Greek, Hungarian, Indonesian, Italian, Japanese, Korean, Latvian, Lithuanian, Norwegian, Polish, Portuguese, Romanian, Russian, Slovak, Slovenian, Spanish, Swedish, Turkish, Ukrainian

The Orphans

About the Author

Maria Edgeworth (1768–1849) was an Anglo-Irish novelist known for her contributions to children's literature and her advocacy for education. Her works often blend storytelling with moral lessons, making her a significant figure in the development of the modern novel. Edgeworth's writing is celebrated for its wit, insight, and ability to engage young readers while imparting valuable life lessons.

Story Overview

Immerse yourself in the touching world of The Orphans from The Parent's Assistant; Or, Stories for Children with our leveled reading adaptation. This heartwarming tale follows the journey of two orphaned siblings as they navigate the challenges of life without parental guidance. Set in a charming community, the story emphasizes themes of compassion, resilience, and the bonds of family. Maria Edgeworth artfully weaves a narrative that not only entertains young readers but also imparts valuable lessons about empathy and the importance of helping others in times of need.

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Each text is broken down into numbered passages, synchronized across all versions, enabling every student to follow along in class discussions, regardless of the reading level they are using.

Passage numbers are available in the web reader and in the margins of our paperback copies.

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