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Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 1957 · Est. 6 hour read
Follow My Leader
A boy must adapt to blindness and trust a guide dog to regain independence.
4.2/5 Goodreads · 3,729 ratings
192 pages· 44,399 words· Est. 6 hour read
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Bookroo's summary
Blinded by a firecracker accident, young Jimmy faces a daunting new world. With the guidance of a dedicated therapist, he learns Braille and navigates life with a cane. When given a guide dog named Leader, Jimmy's determination is tested. Can this partnership restore his confidence and independence, or will the challenges prove too great? Discover the heartwarming journey of a boy and his loyal companion as they strive to overcome adversity and find hope in unexpected places.
From the publisher
After Jimmy is blinded in an accident with a firecracker, he has to relearn all the things he used to know - how to get dressed, how to find his way around the house, even how to eat. With the help of a determined therapist, he learns to read Braille and use a cane. Then he’s given the chance to have a guide dog. Learning to work with Leader is not easy, but Jimmy tries harder than he ever has before. Can Leader really give him the ability and the confidence he needs?
At a glance
- Format
- Paperback
- Pages
- 192
- Words
- 44,399
- Reading age
- 8–12
- Audience
- Middle Grade
- Lexile
- 670L
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The fine print
Book details
Reading levels
- ATOS
- 4.5
- F&P level
- ~P
- AR points
- 6
- AR interest level
- MG
- AR quiz
- 47346
Publication
- Published
- December 1, 1994
- First published
- January 1, 1957
- Publisher
- Puffin Books
Edition
- Language
- English
- Type
- Chapter Book
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