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Picture Book · Ages 4–7 · 1998 · Est. 11 min read-aloud
The Crane Wife
By Odds Bodkin, Gennadii Spirin, Gennady Spirin
A sail maker's kindness to a crane alters his fate.
4.1/5 Goodreads · 336 ratings
32 pages· 1,382 words· Est. 11 min read-aloud
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Bookroo's summary
Osamu, a solitary sail maker, rescues an injured crane, unknowingly setting off a chain of events that will transform his life. As a mysterious woman enters his world, weaving enchanting sails, Osamu must navigate the delicate balance between love and the secrets that bind them. What price will he pay for his compassion, and what truths lie beneath the surface of this magical encounter? Discover a timeless tale of love, mystery, and the unexpected consequences of a single act of kindness.
From the publisher
When Osamu, a lonely sail maker, nurses an injured crane one blustery night, he never suspects that this simple act of kindness will change his life forever. This retelling of a traditional Japanese folktale teaches readers young or old a lesson about life and love.
At a glance
- Format
- Paperback
- Pages
- 32
- Words
- 1,382
- Reading age
- 4–7
- Audience
- Picture
- Lexile
- AD630L
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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
- 29784
Publication
- Published
- October 1, 2002
- First published
- September 15, 1998
- Publisher
- Clarion Books
Edition
- Language
- English
- Type
- Picture Book
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