To Caleb, everything is an adventure! In a remote country setting, the boy learns how to start a fire, build a boat, capture squirrels, make a boo, build a mole and much more. With each new experience he gains lessons in honesty, obedience, kindness, forgiveness, humility and perseverance! Thoughtless pursuits turn into appreciative acts of kindness and stubborn wills give way to selfless spirits.

Author Jacob Abbott, who originally wrote this children’s story in 1839, had a keen ability to relate to and teach children through simple pleasures. Caleb in the Country will bring smiles to your face as you mix instruction with amusement and enjoy adventures of all kinds with Caleb!

Especially suited to ages 6-11
Originally written in 1839.