A Cricket in Times Square

    A Cricket in Times Square

    by George Selden

    Ages 7-121960
    Middle Grade

    A classic tale about Chester, a cricket who accidentally travels from Connecticut to New York City's Times Square subway station, where he befriends Mario, a boy whose family runs a struggling newsstand, along with Tucker the mouse and Harry the cat. The story explores themes of friendship across different species and backgrounds, the contrast between rural and urban life, and finding one's place in the world. Chester's musical talents bring joy and success to Mario's family, but ultimately he must decide between fame and returning to his natural home.

    1960Published
    Genres: Fantasy, Adventure, Friendship, Classic Literature

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    Family, Friendship & Community
    Frequent
    Fantasy or Symbolic Storytelling
    Moderate
    Diversity & Cultural Representation
    Minimal
    Social or Historical Topics
    Minimal
    Gender Identity Topics
    None
    Romantic or Mature Themes
    None
    Sexual Orientation Topics
    None

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