The Two Christmas Boxes: A Play for Girls

Name: The Two Christmas Boxes: A Play for Girls
Author: Elsie Duncan Yale

By Elsie Duncan Yale

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A short domestic play follows a neighborhood Ladies' Aid as they prepare and pack Christmas boxes of clothing and household items intended for a distant missionary family. Through brisk, comic exchanges and staged scenes set in a modest parlor, a plain kitchen and a richly furnished apartment, the women reveal thrift, pride, sentimentality and competing motives while sorting castoffs, mending garments and debating what to send. The plot resolves with practical lessons about sincere charity and community cooperation, and the script allows for light comedy, recitations and musical numbers suitable for an amateur girls' troupe.

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Elsie Duncan Yale

Elsie Duncan Yale was an American author known for her contributions to children's literature in the early 20th century. She wrote engaging stories and plays that often centered around themes of friendship, adventure, and family. Her notable works include "A Day at Camp Killkare; Or, Aunt Jane and the Campfire Girls," which captures the spirit of summer camp experiences, and "The Inventor. Introducing the Wishing Box. A Christmas Play," showcasing her talent for crafting imaginative narratives. Yale's writings reflect a playful and instructive approach, making them appealing to young readers and their families.