Fire Came to the Earth People
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Board Book · Ages 5–8 · 1988

Fire Came to the Earth People

Written by Susan L. Roth

Chameleon and Tortoise seek fire from the Moon-god.

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30 pages· AD490L
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In a vibrant retelling of a West African folktale, Chameleon and Tortoise embark on a daring quest to capture fire from the possessive Moon-god Mawu. As they navigate challenges and devise clever plans, will their alliance be enough to outwit a deity and bring warmth to their world? Discover the twists and turns of their audacious adventure.

From the publisher

Chameleon and Tortoise combine their efforts to capture fire from the selfish Moon-god Mawu, in this colorful adaption of the West African folktale

Awards

The New York Times/New York Public Library Best Illustrated Children’s Books Award (1988)
At a glance
Format
Hardcover
Pages
30
Reading age
5–8
Audience
Picture
Lexile
AD490L
Themes & topics
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Book details

Reading levels
ATOS
~3.3
F&P level
~M
Publication
Published
July 1, 1988
Publisher
St Martins Pr
Edition
Language
English
Type
Board Book
Identifiers
ISBN
9780312017231

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