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George Selden

The Cricket In Times Square

George SeldenFiction | Novel | Middle Grade | Published in 1960

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Further Reading & Resources

Further Reading: Literature

Tucker’s Countryside (1969) by George Selden

In the sequel to The Cricket in Times Square, Harry and Tucker visit Chester to help save the Old Meadow from destruction.

Harry Cat’s Pet Puppy (1974) by George Selden

In Selden’s third book in the Chester Cricket and Friends series, Harry and Tucker must find a home for Huppy, a stray dog that Harry brings home.

Further Reading: Beyond Literature (Nonfiction)

Did you know that only male crickets chirp? Learn even more fascinating facts about crickets at the Joy of Animals site.

This NPR article by Emily Feng offers a fascinating look at the modern Chinese pastime of cricket fighting and includes excellent photos.

This is the magazine that Mr. Smedley purchased each month at the Bellinis’ newsstand. Started in 1898, the magazine is still in publication. Now people can subscribe and read it online.

The History of Chinese Immigration and the Chinese Laundry

While the character of Sai Fong is a now-offensive stereotype, many Chinese immigrants settled in New York City in the mid-to-late 1800s. They struggled to overcome racism and discrimination. Following are several accessible articles that describe Chinese immigrants’ troubles and triumphs.

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