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Chapter Book · Ages 4–8 · 1979 · Est. 20 min read
Daniel's Duck
Written by Clyde Robert Bulla · Illustrated by Joan Sandin
Part of the I Can Read series
Daniel discovers the power of his unique gift amid ridicule.
4.0/5 Goodreads · 559 ratings
64 pages· 1,186 words· Est. 20 min read
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Bookroo's summary
In pioneer Tennessee, Daniel's wood carving is mocked, leaving him disheartened. But as he navigates the laughter, he uncovers a profound truth: his craft holds the power to bring joy. Can he embrace his gift and transform scorn into smiles? This gentle tale explores the journey from hurt to healing, revealing the special magic in sharing one's talents.
From the publisher
In 1957, Harper published its first I Can Read title, Little Bear, written by Else Holmelund Minarik and illustrated by Maurice Sendak. Large type, simple vocabulary, chapter-like divisions, and decorative pictures made Little Bear perfect for emerging readers
At a glance
- Format
- Paperback
- Pages
- 64
- Words
- 1,186
- Reading age
- 4–8
- Audience
- Early Reader
- Lexile
- 430L
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The fine print
Book details
Reading levels
- ATOS
- 2
- F&P level
- ~L
- AR points
- 0.5
- AR interest level
- LG
- AR quiz
- 7362
Publication
- Published
- April 7, 1982
- First published
- October 1, 1979
- Publisher
- HarperCollins
Edition
- Language
- English
- Type
- Chapter Book
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