The Elves and the Shoemaker
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Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 1812 · Est. 6 min read-aloud

The Elves and the Shoemaker

Written by Jacob Grimm · Illustrated by Jim LaMarche

A shoemaker's fortune changes overnight with mysterious help.

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32 pages· 693 words· Est. 6 min read-aloud· AD640L
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Bookroo's summary

A struggling shoemaker finds his luck transformed when two mysterious elves secretly craft exquisite shoes each night. As his business flourishes, he wonders about the magic behind his newfound success. What will happen if the elves stop their nightly visits? Discover the enchanting tale of gratitude and wonder in this timeless story.

From the publisher

Here is the classic tale of elfin magic, loved by generations of children and made new by an artist of international acclaim. Jim LaMarche’s stunning paintings, reminiscent of his earlier work in The Rainbabies, are the perfect compliment to this favorite Grimm fairy tale.

At a glance
Format
Hardcover
Pages
32
Words
693
Reading age
4–8
Audience
Picture
Lexile
AD640L
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Book details

Reading levels
ATOS
4.4
F&P level
~P
AR points
0.5
AR interest level
LG
AR quiz
78246
Publication
Published
July 1, 2003
First published
January 1, 1812
Publisher
Chronicle Books
Edition
Language
English
Type
Picture Book
Identifiers
ISBN
9780811834773
LCCN
2002015909
OCLC
50868165

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