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Picture Book · Ages 3–5 · 1997 · Est. 1 min read-aloud
Daddy Calls Me Man
By Angela Johnson, Rhonda Mitchell (Illustrator)
Book #1 in the Richard Jackson Books (Orchard) series
A young boy discovers the power of family stories and symbols.
3.8/5 Goodreads · 267 ratings
32 pages· 122 words· Est. 1 min read-aloud
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Bookroo's summary
In a series of heartfelt verses, a young African-American boy explores the warmth and love of his family. As he delves into shared stories and cherished symbols, he uncovers the threads that bind generations together. What secrets and wisdom will he find in the tales of his ancestors? This journey through family bonds promises to reveal the enduring power of love and connection.
From the publisher
“This story…consists of four short verses about the happy home life of a young African-American boy. Family love and the shared stories and symbols that connect the generations are pervasive themes.” - Kirkus Reviews, starred review
At a glance
- Format
- Paperback
- Pages
- 32
- Words
- 122
- Reading age
- 3–5
- Audience
- Picture
- Lexile
- ~71L
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The fine print
Book details
Reading levels
- ATOS
- 1.1
- F&P level
- ~C
- AR points
- 0.5
- AR interest level
- LG
- AR quiz
- 68875
Publication
- Published
- September 1, 2000
- First published
- September 1, 1997
- Publisher
- Scholastic Inc.
Edition
- Language
- English
- Type
- Picture Book
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