Button Soup
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Picture Book · Ages 3–8 · 1994 · Est. 5 min read-aloud

Button Soup

Written by Doris Orgel

A button and water become a feast in this modern soup tale.

3.6 Goodreads · 26 ratings
32 pages· 646 words· Est. 5 min read-aloud· 520L· AR 2.6 · 0.5 AR pts
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Bookroo's summary

Rag-Tag Meg, with just a button and boiling water, sets out to create a delicious soup. As the neighborhood watches, curiosity brews—can she really make a feast from nothing? With Mandy by her side, Meg's culinary magic unfolds, transforming skepticism into delight. Discover the surprising ingredients that turn this simple pot into a heartwarming meal. What secrets does Meg's recipe hold, and how will it bring the community together? Dive into this fresh twist on a classic folk tale and savor the unexpected journey from scarcity to abundance.

From the publisher

One old button and a pot of boiling water? What kind of soup is that? With Rag-Tag Meg as cook and Mandy as her trusted helper, it’s a tasty concoction. A brand-new twist on a well-loved old folk tale, perfect for reading together.

At a glance
Format
Paperback
Pages
32
Words
646
Reading age
3–8
Audience
Early Reader
Lexile
520L
AR book level
2.6
AR points
0.5
AR quiz
9654
Themes & topics
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Book details

Reading levels
F&P level
~N
AR interest level
LG
Publication
Published
August 1, 1994
First published
January 1, 1994
Publisher
Bank Street
Edition
Language
English
Type
Picture Book
Identifiers
ISBN
9780553373417

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