Chicken Ten Thousand - A Story by Jacqueline Jackson

Sep 29, 2026

Chicken Ten Thousand is a children's narrative book written by Jacqueline Jackson and illustrated by Barbara Morrow, originally published in 1968. The story centers on themes associated with farm life and poultry, capturing the charm and simplicity of a classic illustrated tale. This edition provides a digitized version of the work, preserved for historical and educational accessibility through the Internet Archive and the Kahle/Austin Foundation. The book serves as a nostalgic literary piece reflecting mid-20th-century children's literature, characterized by its whimsical subject matter and engaging visual accompaniments. It remains a significant example of Jackson's storytelling repertoire, which also includes titles such as Julie's Secret Sloth and The Taste of Spruce Gum. Readers interested in vintage children's fiction and the evolution of American storytelling for young audiences will find this work both delightful and historically meaningful within the context of library collections and digitized archives.

LanguageEnglish

CategoryStory & Novel

FormatPDF

Pages44

Reading Time1 h 8 min

AccessFree to download

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Works by Jacqueline Jackson

FAQs

Who is the author of Chicken Ten Thousand?

The book was written by Jacqueline Jackson.

Who provided the illustrations for this book?

The illustrations were created by Barbara Morrow.

When was the first edition of Chicken Ten Thousand published?

The first edition was published in 1968.

Sep 29, 2026

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