Fascinating
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Picture Book · Ages 4–9 · 2016 · Est. 16 min read-aloud

Fascinating

Written by Richard Michelson · Illustrated by Edel Rodriguez

An immigrant's son defies odds to become an iconic TV alien.

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40 pages· 2,033 words· Est. 16 min read-aloud· 920L
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Bookroo's summary

Leonard Nimoy, the son of immigrants, dreams of acting despite his father's doubts. From driving taxis to Hollywood auditions, he perseveres. Offered the role of Spock, he faces a choice: embrace the alien within or walk away. Discover how Leonard's journey from Boston to the stars made him a beloved icon.

From the publisher

A moving biography of the late Leonard Nimoy, the iconic Spock from Star Trek, whose story exemplifies the American experience and the power of pursuing your dreams.

Awards

Sydney Taylor Book Honor (2017)
At a glance
Format
Hardcover
Pages
40
Words
2,033
Reading age
4–9
Audience
Picture
Lexile
920L
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Book details

Reading levels
ATOS
4.9
F&P level
~V
AR points
0.5
AR interest level
LG
AR quiz
184297
Publication
Published
January 1, 2016
First published
September 6, 2016
Publisher
Knopf Books for Young Readers
Edition
Language
English
Type
Picture Book
Identifiers
ISBN
9781101933305
LCCN
2015029967

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