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Picture Book · Ages 4–7 · 1999 · Est. 10 min read-aloud
A Picnic in October
Written by National Geographic Learning
A boy discovers the true meaning behind a family tradition.
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32 pages· 1,262 words· Est. 10 min read-aloud
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Bookroo's summary
Tony dreads the annual trip to Liberty Island, dismissing it as a pointless tradition. But as he learns the significance of the Statue of Liberty to his grandmother, he begins to see the celebration in a new light. What hidden stories and emotions will Tony uncover about his family's past and their connection to this iconic symbol of freedom? Join Tony on a journey of discovery and understanding, where history and personal legacy intertwine, revealing the profound impact of heritage and memory.
From the publisher
Tony thinks it’s dumb to go all the way to Liberty Island for a birthday picnic. But that’s before he understands what the Statue of Liberty means to Grandma.
At a glance
- Format
- Paperback
- Pages
- 32
- Words
- 1,262
- Reading age
- 4–7
- Audience
- Picture
- Lexile
- AD600L
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The fine print
Book details
Reading levels
- ATOS
- 3.1
- F&P level
- ~O
- Scholastic level
- P
- AR points
- 0.5
- AR interest level
- LG
- AR quiz
- 32256
Publication
- Published
- September 1, 2004
- First published
- January 1, 1999
- Publisher
- National Geographic School Pub
Edition
- Language
- English
- Type
- Picture Book
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