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Peter Pan: Lost and Found


Illustrated Junior Library

School year: Year 1, Year 2, Year 3

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Published: 2012

Great for age 5-10 years

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"Peter Pan: Lost and Found" by Susan Barrie Hill reimagines the classic tale of Peter Pan, diving into themes of memory, lost childhood, and the longing for adventure. The story follows Wendy as she navigates the challenges of growing up while grappling with her memories of Neverland. When Peter Pan returns, she is torn between the magic of her past and the responsibilities of adulthood. With the help of familiar friends and new challenges, Wendy learns to embrace her inner child while finding her place in the real world. This enchanting tale encourages readers to cherish their dreams and the power of imagination. [Generated by language model - please report any problems].

 

This book features in the following series: Illustrated Junior Library, My Readers .

This book is aimed at children at US kindergarten-2nd grade.

This book has been graded for interest at 5-7 years.

This book was published in 2012 by Square Fish .

 

This book contains the following story:

Peter Pan and Wendy

"Peter and Wendy" is a novel by J.M. Barrie, first published in 1911, and it is a more well-known version of the Peter Pan story than "Peter Pan in Kensington Gardens." Here's a plot summary of "Peter and Wendy," which is often simply referred to as "Peter Pan":

Introduction: The story begins in the nursery of the Darling family in London. Mr. and Mrs. Darling, along with their three children, Wendy, John, and Michael, are preparing for bedtime. Mrs. Darling tells her children stories about a magical boy named Peter Pan who can fly and never grows up. The children are fascinated by these stories.

Peter Pan's Visit: One night, Peter Pan, accompanied by his fairy companion Tinker Bell, enters the nursery through the window in search of his lost shadow. Wendy helps him reattach it, and in gratitude, Peter invites Wendy and her brothers to come to Neverland with him.

Flight to Neverland: The children, along with Peter and Tinker Bell, fly out of the nursery window and across the starry sky to Neverland, a faraway island where children never grow up. They have various adventures along the way, including encounters with mermaids, pirates, and the Lost Boys, a group of boys who live in Neverland.

Captain Hook and the Pirates: One of their greatest adversaries in Neverland is Captain Hook, a cunning and villainous pirate who seeks revenge on Peter Pan for having his hand cut off and fed to a crocodile. Hook commands a crew of pirates, including the bumbling Mr. Smee.

Tiger Lily and the Indians: The children also meet Tiger Lily and her tribe of Native Americans. They form an alliance with the Indians against Captain Hook and the pirates.

The Final Battle: The story builds to a climactic battle between Peter Pan and Captain Hook. In a final confrontation, Peter defeats Hook, who is chased by the crocodile and disappears. Peter and Wendy, along with her brothers, decide to return to London.

Return to London: Upon their return to London, the children find their parents waiting for them, but the window to Neverland is closed. Peter Pan offers to take Wendy and her brothers back to Neverland in the future, but he refuses to go with them, choosing instead to remain in Neverland and be a boy forever.

Conclusion: The story ends with Wendy, John, and Michael growing up, while Peter Pan continues to visit the nursery window from time to time, looking for children to take on adventures to Neverland.

"Peter and Wendy" is a timeless tale that explores themes of childhood, imagination, and the bittersweet passage of time. It has captivated readers and audiences for generations and continues to be a beloved story of adventure and the enduring spirit of youth.

This book is in the following series:

Illustrated Junior Library

My Readers