Little Men, Chapter 9 summary
Chapter 9 of 21 · 17 min to read the chapter
In Chapter 9, Daisy and Nan hold a pretend ball, but the boys’ misconduct ruins it and Mrs. Jo forbids them to play with the girls. After three unhappy days, the boys seek Mr. Bhaer’s advice and arrange a kite party that restores friendly relations and teaches them to consider their hosts.
What happens
- Daisy and Nan invite Demi, Tommy, and Nat to a ball, where costumes, dancing, and songs precede refreshments.
- Tommy steals Daisy’s patties and throws them at Demi and Nat, turning the feast into a fight.
- Mrs. Jo forbids the boys to speak to or play with the girls until she gives permission.
- After three miserable days, the boys consult Mr. Bhaer and secretly make kites for a surprise party.
- On Pennyroyal Hill, they give kites to the girls and Mrs. Jo, and everyone enjoys flying them.
- Mrs. Jo shares a childhood kite adventure and explains that considerate guests make a party succeed.
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What to notice
Mrs. Jo rejects Demi’s excuse that the boys are only joking. Her rule makes other people’s feelings the measure of acceptable fun.
Quick check
What do the boys make to repair their relationship with the girls and Mrs. Jo?
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