Grandfather Buffalo
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Chapter Book · Ages 4–7 · 2006 · Est. 8 min read

Grandfather Buffalo

By Jim Arnosky

An old buffalo guards a newborn calf, teaching survival and trust in the wild.

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32 pages· 448 words· Est. 8 min read
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In a vast, untamed landscape, the oldest buffalo lags behind the herd, yet stands firm when a new life begins. As a lively calf enters the world, Grandfather Buffalo becomes its protector and guide. Through dust storms and peaceful rests, the calf learns the value of wisdom and safety by his side. This tale explores the challenges of nature and the enduring bonds between generations, where survival and trust are taught through experience and care.

From the publisher

Grandfather Buffalo is the oldest bull in the herd. Whenever the herd moves on, he is always a little behind.But when a female buffalo is ready to give birth, he is there to protect her, and he’s there to help nudge the new calf along.The youngster’s liveliness puts Grandfather Buffalo to the test, but the calf learns quickly that whether the herd is braving a dust storm or stopping for a rest, there’s no better place to be than right by Grandfather Buffalo’s side.Jim Arnosky shows the struggles faced in nature by both young and old, and the tender bonds that form across generations.

At a glance
Format
Paperback
Pages
32
Words
448
Reading age
4–7
Audience
Picture
Lexile
AD620L
Themes & topics
Books about animalsBooks about agingBooks about mentorshipBooks about herdsBooks about family
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Book details

Reading levels
ATOS
3.5
F&P level
~O
AR points
0.5
AR interest level
LG
AR quiz
105020
Publication
Published
September 1, 2014
First published
February 16, 2006
Edition
Language
English
Type
Chapter Book
Identifiers
ISBN
9780399247866

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