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Picture Book · Ages 3–8 · 1961 · Est. 13 min read-aloud
Hailstones and Halibut Bones
By Mary O'Neill, John Wallner (Illustrator)
Explore the vibrant world of colors through poetic verses and vivid illustrations.
4.3/5 Goodreads · 1,174 ratings
64 pages· 1,599 words· Est. 13 min read-aloud
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Bookroo's summary
Dive into a world where colors come alive through poetry. Each hue is explored with sensory depth, inviting readers to see, hear, and feel the vibrant spectrum around them. Discover the magic of colors in a timeless collection that has enchanted generations. What emotions and stories do these colors hold? Experience the wonder anew with illustrations that add a fresh dimension to this classic journey through the rainbow.
From the publisher
“Long-time readers of Hailstones and Halibut Bones who thought it was beyond improving are in for a treat. John Wallner’s brilliant colors have added new richness to Mary O’Neill’s wonderful word palette.” – Jim Trelease, Reading Tree Productions.”Originally published in 1961, this book of poetry has become a classic in the field of children’s literature… For each color, there is the sound, the feel, the taste, the smell, and the relationship of that color to another.” – Ohioana Quarterly.A Child Study Children’s Book Committee: Children’s Book of the Year.
At a glance
- Format
- Pages
- 64
- Words
- 1,599
- Reading age
- 3–8
- Audience
- Picture
- Lexile
- ~681L
Themes & topics
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The fine print
Book details
Reading levels
- ATOS
- 4.4
- F&P level
- ~P
- AR points
- 0.5
- AR interest level
- MG
- AR quiz
- 70292
Publication
- Published
- April 1, 1990
- First published
- January 1, 1961
- Publisher
- Doubleday Books for Young Readers
Edition
- Language
- English
- Type
- Picture Book
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