What Katy Did at School


Read by Karen Savage

(4.8 stars; 577 reviews)

In What Katy Did at School, Susan Coolidge invites listeners back into the life of Katy Carr, a spirited young girl navigating the challenges of boarding school. As she settles into her new environment alongside her sister Clover, Katy faces the trials of friendship, academic pressures, and the quest for self-discovery.

This charming tale explores themes of resilience and personal growth, as Katy learns to balance her adventurous spirit with the responsibilities of school life. With a cast of memorable characters, the story captures the joys and struggles of adolescence, making it a relatable experience for young listeners.

Set against the backdrop of a Victorian boarding school, Coolidge's narrative offers a glimpse into the expectations of young women during this era. Through Katy's journey, readers will find a thoughtful reflection on the importance of perseverance and the value of true friendship.

Chapters

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Conic Section 24:07 Read by Karen Savage
A New Year And A New Plan 18:59 Read by Karen Savage
On The Way 16:04 Read by Karen Savage
The Nunnery 17:44 Read by Karen Savage
Roses And Thorns 18:17 Read by Karen Savage
The S. S. U. C. 23:54 Read by Karen Savage
Injustice 18:38 Read by Karen Savage
Changes 17:32 Read by Karen Savage
The Autumn Vacation 29:50 Read by Karen Savage
A Budget Of Letters 22:11 Read by Karen Savage
Christmas Boxes 21:28 Read by Karen Savage
Waiting For Spring 14:30 Read by Karen Savage
Paradise Regained 17:08 Read by Karen Savage

Reviews

Charming and Inspiring!


(5 stars)

This is the second of the beloved Katy Did books, and I am so glad to have discovered them! BEAUTIFULLY read, with tender emotion and excellent inflection and expression, I won't forget the first two of this series, and look forward to sharing them with my daughter and grandchildren someday! This is the kind of story I grew up on; inspiring godly character and kindness toward self and family and all men, filled to the brim with marvelous role models and creativity, and an all around eagerness to learn and serve your fellow man... an absolutely wonderful little story that will enchant little (and big) children, and adults and the elderly as well! Here's a chance for a new generation to learn about the fun children and families had before electronics and television, and a definite opportunity to encourage imagination and creativity even now. And, perhaps even more importantly, here is a remarkably good story of how one family got through difficult times, disappointment, and severe illness, with gumption and grace! HIGHLY RECOMMENDED! And many thanks to Karen Savage for a job exceptionally well and tenderly done! You have warmed hearts and certainly encouraged this reader (who has dealt with a long illness, herself). Thank you for adding such joy to our lives! I think it's safe to say we all hope you will keep enchanting us!!

another remarkable job by Karen Savage!


(4.5 stars)

Wow! I listened to this when l had poison ivy and could not sleep. This really helped! Thank you, Karen! Clear,concise voice,beautiful expression,wonderful but not silly character voices. All of this helped contribute to the over all effect of beauty. I love the story plot and l even think l like it better than the first! Fans of Louisa May Alcott and Lucy Maud Montgomery will rejoice! Just go bad that Karen does not read the third one. Five star book!!!

sweet book


(5 stars)

Such a sweet gentle story about Katy and clover at boarding school. Love the reader!


(4 stars)

I loved everything about this book and this reading except that the recording is playing too fast.. Is the reader really speaking that fast? I tried to slow it down but then the recording sounded very strange. Still, I wanted to give it five stars but the fifth star refused to light-up... oh, well

Enjoyed the Book


(5 stars)

I found this book enjoyable. The reader held my interest and the volume was consistent. Some of the text, while no doubt acceptable during the last part of the 19th century, sound odd and brings up different images than were originally intended.


(5 stars)

Excellent book! I love listening to Karen Savage’ narrations of books. She does an outstanding job!! Thank you!!

enjoyed


(4 stars)

A simple but teaching story. Thanks to K, Savage for an excellent read


(5 stars)

Katy is more of a model of good behavior now than she was in the first book, which makes her a little less sympathetic to me (heh). Nonetheless the story is full of vivid human emotion, and it was interesting to follow the girls as they left their little family circle and made their first venture into the wider world. Fantastic narration from Karen Savage as always. I want to continue the series but I'm reluctant to go on knowing the other books aren't from her!