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Picture Book · Ages 5–9 · 2009 · Est. 12 min read-aloud
Black Beauty
By Sharon Lerner, Susan Jeffers (Illustrator)
A horse's journey through kindness and cruelty, seeking freedom.
4.0/5 Goodreads · 104 ratings
40 pages· 1,507 words· Est. 12 min read-aloud
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Bookroo's summary
In this vivid adaptation, follow Black Beauty, a noble stallion, as he navigates a world of contrasting masters. From saving a life at great personal risk to enduring harsh treatment, his journey is one of resilience and hope. Will he find peace with a kind soul from his past? Discover the trials and triumphs of this iconic horse, brought to life with enchanting illustrations.
From the publisher
A stunning picture-book introduction to the first famous fictional horse!Anna Sewell’s classic Black Beauty comes vividly to life in this 40-page picture-book adaptation by Sharon Lerner. Follow the famous stallion as he meets many masters, from Squire Gordon, whose wife Black Beauty saves nearly at the cost of his own life; to the cruel Nicholas Skinner, who drives horses to death; and finally to a reunion with Joe, the kind groom he knew as a colt. Caldecott Award winner Susan Jeffers illustrates this beloved tale with lush watercolor drawings guaranteed to delight and enchant children.
At a glance
- Format
- Hardcover
- Pages
- 40
- Words
- 1,507
- Reading age
- 5–9
- Audience
- Picture
- Lexile
- ~650L
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The fine print
Book details
Reading levels
- ATOS
- 4.2
- F&P level
- ~P
- AR points
- 0.5
- AR interest level
- LG
- AR quiz
- 133041
Publication
- Published
- September 22, 2009
- Publisher
- Random House Books for Young Readers
Edition
- Language
- English
- Type
- Picture Book
Identifiers
- ISBN
- 9780375858925
- LCCN
- 2008033865
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