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Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2019
Leaf Man
Written by Patricia J. Miranda · Illustrated by Chris O'Leary
A boy transforms a barren field into hope with a leaf man creation.
3.2 Goodreads · 30 ratings
32 pages· AD410L
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Bookroo's summary
In a desolate field of stumps, a boy gathers remnants of a lost forest to craft a leaf man. This creation sparks his imagination, urging him to dream and plant seeds for a brighter future. Inspired by the folklore of the 'green man,' this tale of renewal and perseverance invites readers to envision a world reborn. Will the boy's vision inspire change and growth in a place once devoid of life? Discover how a simple act of creation can lead to endless possibilities in this enchanting story of hope.
From the publisher
While wandering through a field of stumps that was once a forest, a boy collects twigs and sticks and leaves that remain and decides to create something new. He makes a figure—a leaf man—who inspires him to dream and invent, to plant the seed for a better world. Based on the ancient folklore of the “green man” as a symbol of renewal, lyrical text and immersive visual storytelling fills this uplifting picture book with optimism for the future.
At a glance
- Format
- Hardcover
- Pages
- 32
- Reading age
- 4–8
- Audience
- Picture
- Lexile
- AD410L
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The fine print
Book details
Reading levels
- ATOS
- ~2.8
- F&P level
- ~L
Publication
- Published
- March 1, 2019
- Publisher
- Albert Whitman & Company
Edition
- Language
- English
- Type
- Picture Book
Identifiers
- ISBN
- 9780807544167
- LCCN
- 2018034872
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