Heckedy Peg
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$958
Picture Book · Ages 4–7 · 1987 · Est. 8 min read-aloud

Heckedy Peg

Written by Audrey Wood · Illustrated by Don Wood

A witch transforms seven siblings into food; only their mother can save them.

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32 pages· 1,013 words· Est. 8 min read-aloud· 450L
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Bookroo's summary

Seven siblings, each named after a day of the week, fall victim to a witch's curse, transforming them into food. Their only hope lies with their mother, who must outwit the witch to break the spell. Can she save her children before it's too late? This tale of magic and maternal love unfolds with timeless charm and suspense, drawing readers into a world where the ordinary becomes extraordinary.

From the publisher

Seven children named Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday; a witch who intrudes on the peace of their cottage; and a spell only the children’s mother can break - these dramatic elements for a story that is both contemporary and timeless. Inspired by a sixteenth-century game still played by children today, this fresh and original story by Audrey Wood is certain to become a classic.

At a glance
Format
Paperback
Pages
32
Words
1,013
Reading age
4–7
Audience
Picture
Lexile
450L
Themes & topics
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Book details

Reading levels
ATOS
3.2
F&P level
~M
Scholastic level
M
AR points
0.5
AR interest level
LG
AR quiz
6221
Publication
Published
September 15, 1992
First published
October 21, 1987
Publisher
Clarion Books
Edition
Language
English
Type
Picture Book
Identifiers
ISBN
9780152336790
LCCN
8633639
OCLC
38893649

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