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Picture Book · Ages 10–12 · 1996 · Est. 12 min read-aloud
Golem
A clay giant is summoned to protect, but at what cost?
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32 pages· 1,449 words· Est. 12 min read-aloud
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Bookroo's summary
In sixteenth-century Prague, a rabbi brings a clay giant to life to defend his people from oppression. As the golem's power grows, so do the unforeseen consequences. Can control be maintained, or will the creation turn against its creator? This tale explores the delicate balance between protection and destruction, leaving readers to ponder the true cost of wielding supernatural power.
From the publisher
Retold from traditional sources and accompanied by David Wisniewski’s unique cut-paper illustrations, Golem is a dramatic tale of supernatural forces invoked to save an oppressed people. It also offers a thought-provoking look at the consequences of unleashing power beyond human control. The afterword discusses the legend of the golem and its roots in the history of the Jews. A Caldecott Medal Book.
At a glance
- Format
- Pages
- 32
- Words
- 1,449
- Reading age
- 10–12
- Audience
- Picture
- Lexile
- 690L
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The fine print
Book details
Reading levels
- ATOS
- 4.3
- F&P level
- ~P
- AR points
- 0.5
- AR interest level
- MG
- AR quiz
- 52317
Publication
- Published
- November 19, 2007
- First published
- October 18, 1996
- Publisher
- Clarion Books
Edition
- Language
- English
- Type
- Picture Book
Identifiers
- ISBN
- 9780618894246
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