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Picture Book · Ages 5–8 · 2001 · Est. 11 min read-aloud
Albert
By Donna Jo Napoli, Jim LaMarche (Illustrator)
A twig in hand transforms Albert's world forever.
32 pages· 1,316 words· Est. 11 min read-aloud
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Bookroo's summary
Albert's ordinary day takes a magical turn when a twig lands in his hand, leading to an unexpected bond with two cardinals building a nest. As nature unfolds around him, Albert's life changes in ways he never imagined. What wonders will this new connection bring, and how will it reshape his view of the world? Discover the enchanting tale of unexpected friendships and the beauty of nature's surprises.
From the publisher
You never know what a day will bring.
The morning begins like any other. Albert reaches out the window to check the weather. But from the moment a twig lands smack in the palm of his hand, life is never the same.
In her first picture book, Donna Jo Napoli invents a magical and inspiring tale that will capture the heart of any reader who has loved a pet. Jim LaMarche creates an endearing character in Albert and a classic setting for the miraculous new world that unfolds around him.
At a glance
- Format
- Hardcover
- Pages
- 32
- Words
- 1,316
- Reading age
- 5–8
- Audience
- Picture
- Lexile
- 600L
What readers & critics say
Reviews
4.0
out of 7
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The fine print
Book details
Reading levels
- ATOS
- 3.2
- F&P level
- ~O
- AR points
- 0.5
- AR interest level
- LG
- AR quiz
- 47314
Publication
- Published
- April 1, 2001
- Publisher
- Harcourt Children's Books
Edition
- Language
- English
- Type
- Picture Book
Identifiers
- ISBN
- 9780152015725
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