<An Angel in Disguise – T. S. Arthur
- A poor woman who drinks too much dies in front of her house.
- She leaves behind three children – John, Kate, and Maggie.
- The villagers did not like the woman when she was alive.
- After her death, they feel sorry for her children and come to help them.
- John is the eldest child. He is twelve years old and can work.
- Kate is a healthy and active girl.
- Maggie is the youngest child.
- She fell from a window two years ago and injured her back.
- She cannot walk and has to stay in bed all the time.
- The villagers decide to find homes for the children.
- Farmer Jones takes John.
- Mrs. Ellis takes Kate.
- Nobody wants Maggie because she is sick.
- Some people say she should be sent to the poorhouse.
- After the funeral, John and Kate leave with their new families.
- Maggie is left alone in the small hut.
- She becomes frightened and starts crying.
- She begs Joe Thompson not to leave her alone.
- Joe Thompson is a kind wheelwright.
- He feels sorry for Maggie.
- He lifts her gently in his arms.
- He takes her to his own house.
- Joe's wife is Mrs. Thompson.
- She becomes angry when she sees Maggie.
- She asks Joe why he brought the child home.
- She wants Maggie to be sent to the poorhouse.
- Joe speaks kindly to his wife.
- He says they should help the poor child.
- He asks her to let Maggie stay for one night.
- His words make Mrs. Thompson think.
- Mrs. Thompson goes to Maggie's room.
- She talks to Maggie.
- Maggie is polite, gentle, and thankful.
- Mrs. Thompson gives her good food and a soft bed.
- Slowly, she begins to love the little girl.
- The next morning, Mrs. Thompson asks Joe not to send Maggie away.
- She wants Maggie to stay in their home.
- Joe does not take her to the poorhouse.
- Maggie stays with the Thompson family.
- She brings love, peace, and happiness to their home.
- Mrs. Thompson changes from an angry woman into a kind and loving person.
- Joe and his wife are happy because of Maggie.
- Maggie is called "An Angel in Disguise."
- She is poor and sick, but she changes the Thompson family's life with her love and goodness.>