Anne's Departure and the Avonlea Changes

Anne of Avonlea

Anne's decision to attend college coincides with deaths, departures, marriages, and new household arrangements that mark the end of an Avonlea era.

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Bearing strength in each event

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The Allans Prepare to Leave The Allans Prepare to Leave from "Anne of Avonlea". The Allans Prepare to Leave A Community Change Mr. Allan receives a call to Charlottetown, and Mrs. Allan prepares to leave Avonlea.

The Allans Prepare to Leave from "Anne of Avonlea". The Allans Prepare to Leave A Community Change Mr. Allan receives a call to Charlottetown, and Mrs. Allan prepares to leave Avonlea.

The Allans Prepare to Leave A Community Change Mr. Allan receives a call to Charlottetown, and Mrs. Allan prepares to leave Avonlea. Anne understands how strongly the minister's family has become part of local life. Grief and Promise Mrs. Allan speaks of the baby's grave and her reluctance to leave it. Anne promises to bring flowers, while Diana agrees to continue the task when Anne is away.

The School Year Ends The School Year Ends from "Anne of Avonlea". The School Year Ends A Farewell from Pupils Anne's class presents an address and a writing desk.

The School Year Ends from "Anne of Avonlea". The School Year Ends A Farewell from Pupils Anne's class presents an address and a writing desk.

The School Year Ends A Farewell from Pupils Anne's class presents an address and a writing desk. The children's tears make her departure feel like a personal loss rather than an administrative change. A Chapter Closed Anne recognizes that she has taught and learned in equal measure. She locks the schoolhouse, saddened by what is ending even as she anticipates college.

Thomas Lynde's Death Thomas Lynde's Death from "Anne of Avonlea". Thomas Lynde's Death A Gentle Passing Thomas Lynde dies quietly after a long illness.

Thomas Lynde's Death from "Anne of Avonlea". Thomas Lynde's Death A Gentle Passing Thomas Lynde dies quietly after a long illness.

Thomas Lynde's Death A Gentle Passing Thomas Lynde dies quietly after a long illness. Rachel Lynde nurses him with patience and tenderness, revealing a softer dimension of their marriage. Rachel's Loss His death leaves Rachel facing poverty and the possible loss of her Avonlea home. Marilla understands that her neighbor's need is both practical and emotional.

A Home Offered at Green Gables

A Home Offered at Green Gables Marilla's Proposal Marilla invites Rachel to live at Green Gables, planning separate sleeping and cooking spaces so both women can remain independent. Anne supports the decision. A New Household Rachel accepts a home rather than leaving Avonlea. Her presence also gives Marilla company and practical help with the twins, making Anne's departure feasible.

Anne Goes to Redmond Anne Goes to Redmond from "Anne of Avonlea". Anne Goes to Redmond A Difficult Choice Anne resigns from teaching and prepares to attend Redmond College.

Anne Goes to Redmond from "Anne of Avonlea". Anne Goes to Redmond A Difficult Choice Anne resigns from teaching and prepares to attend Redmond College.

Anne Goes to Redmond A Difficult Choice Anne resigns from teaching and prepares to attend Redmond College. She grieves the pupils, routines, and people she will leave but recognizes that the opportunity is right. A Future Opens Gilbert Blythe is also bound for college, while the Allans and the Irvings prepare for changes of their own. Avonlea's old patterns give way to a wider future for its young people.

the summer before Anne's final school term

the last day of Anne's second year teaching

early summer, after a quiet illness

the day after Thomas Lynde's funeral

the autumn after the summer wedding