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Picture Book · Ages 3–8 · 2011 · Est. 13 min read-aloud
A Mango in the Hand
By Antonio Sacre, Sebastià Serra (Illustrator)
A boy's quest for mangoes teaches him lessons in perseverance and generosity.
4.1/5 Goodreads · 177 ratings
32 pages· 1,596 words· Est. 13 min read-aloud
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Bookroo's summary
Young Francisco embarks on a solo journey to gather mangoes for a special dinner. Faced with swarming bees and empty hands, he returns to his father, who offers wisdom through proverbs. As Francisco learns perseverance, he shares his bounty with family, discovering the joy of giving. Will his kindness be rewarded? This heartwarming tale blends humor and life lessons, enriched with Spanish proverbs.
From the publisher
Guided by proverbs from his father and other relatives, Francisco makes several attempts to bring ripe mangos home for dessert on his saint day, and in the process learns lessons in love and generosity. Includes glossary of Spanish terms.
At a glance
- Format
- Hardcover
- Pages
- 32
- Words
- 1,596
- Reading age
- 3–8
- Audience
- Picture
- Lexile
- ~459L
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The fine print
Book details
Reading levels
- ATOS
- 3.1
- F&P level
- ~M
- AR points
- 0.5
- AR interest level
- LG
- AR quiz
- 143706
Publication
- Published
- April 1, 2011
- Publisher
- Abrams Books for Young Readers
Edition
- Language
- English
- Type
- Picture Book
Identifiers
- ISBN
- 9780810997349
- LCCN
- 2010024423
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