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Down by the River
Ages 5–7 · 2018
Bookroo's summary
In 'Village by the Sea,' a wanderer seeks solace in the familiar embrace of home. As they traverse diverse cultures and landscapes, the pull of home becomes irresistible. Will they find peace in the snugness they long for, or will the call of the world prove too strong? This lyrical tale explores the tension between adventure and belonging, inviting readers to reflect on where their heart truly lies.
From the publisher
Written in a spare, lyrical style using fresh, evocative imagery, Village by the Sea tells the story of longing for the comforts of home. A perfect book for teaching about diverse cultures and lifestyles through rich pictures and words, moving from the wide world to the snugness of home and back out again.
At a glance
- Format
- Hardcover
- Pages
- 28
- Words
- 137
- Reading age
- 5–9
- Audience
- Picture
- Lexile
- ~330L
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The fine print
Book details
Reading levels
- ATOS
- 2.4
- F&P level
- ~J
- AR points
- 0.5
- AR interest level
- LG
- AR quiz
- 171967
Publication
- Published
- May 12, 2015
- First published
- June 9, 2015
- Publisher
- Creston Books
Edition
- Language
- English
- Type
- Picture Book
Identifiers
- ISBN
- 9781939547156
- LCCN
- 2015006486
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