In Coal Country
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Picture Book · Ages 4–10 · 1987

In Coal Country

Written by Judith Hendershot · Illustrated by Thomas B. Allen

A child's life is shaped by the coal mines' challenges and adventures.

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40 pages· AD680L
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Bookroo's summary

In a 1930s mining town, a young child navigates the thrills and trials of life shaped by the coal industry. As the community's heartbeat, the mines offer both opportunity and hardship. How will this environment mold the child's future? Discover the balance between excitement and toil in a world where every day is a new adventure.

From the publisher

A child growing up in a coal mining community finds both excitement and hard work, in a life deeply affected by the local industry.

Awards

The New York Times/New York Public Library Best Illustrated Children’s Books Award (1987)Boston Globe–Horn Book Honor (1987)
At a glance
Format
Hardcover
Pages
40
Reading age
4–10
Audience
Picture
Lexile
AD680L
Themes & topics
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Book details

Reading levels
ATOS
~4.4
F&P level
~P
Publication
Published
March 12, 1987
Publisher
Knopf Books for Young Readers
Edition
Language
English
Type
Picture Book
Identifiers
ISBN
9780394881904

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