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

Button Soup

By Doris Orgel

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

3.6/5 Goodreads · 26 ratings
32 pages· 646 words· Est. 5 min read-aloud
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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.

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Format
Paperback
Pages
32
Words
646
Reading age
3–8
Audience
Early Reader
Lexile
~361L
Themes & topics
Books about culture
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Book details

Reading levels
ATOS
2.6
F&P level
~K
AR points
0.5
AR interest level
LG
AR quiz
9654
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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