Little Pear (Odyssey Classics (Odyssey Classics))

Written in 1931, this is the tale of a mischievous 5 year old Chinese boy. He lives a simple life in a small village with his family, with two older sisters that often watch out for him, or find him when he runs away - which he does often. Not because he is mad, but simply because he is a curious little boy and he forgets his boundaries. His parents are mad with him, and often say he is a 'bad boy' or a 'naughty boy' but he is not scolded beyond that because he is 'too little.' In the end, after falling in the river and nearly drowning, he decides to grow up and be good.
This is a wonderful chapter book for small people, because every single page has a picture (black and white), and the entire book can be read in a couple hours.