Pippi Longstocking (1945)

I've read this to the boys before but it was 4 years or so ago and they don't remember it. This story is always great and my boys are laughing out loud in places. What a wonderful magical world. Don't talk to me about it teaching the "wrong" lessons. It stretches the imagination in ways that bring wonder to children. I want my children's minds to fly not plod along in the mud.

The boys loved this and are ready for Pippy in the South Seas. ( )

I remember the name of this character but I’m not entirely sure if this is the exact book I read.

I can see why children would enjoy reading this book, but I really didn't. Pippi was a compulsive liar, was rude, disrespectful and disobedient without ever suffering the consequences for her actions. Personally, I don't understand why this is a classic and certainly wouldn't want my kids reading it. ( )

I love the Grrrl power of this book. Pippi might have been a brat by most people's standards, but she was strong, witty and lived by her own rules. She accepted herself unconditionally. ( )

Nonsensical, perfect for kids. ( )