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The Empty Pot
Ages 4–8 · 1990
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$858
Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · Est. 6 min read-aloud
Liang and the Magic Paintbrush
Written & illustrated by Demi
A poor boy who dreams of painting is given a magic brush that brings his drawings to life and uses it to help the needy while outwitting a greedy emperor.
4.1/5 Goodreads · 395 ratings
32 pages· 674 words· Est. 6 min read-aloud
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From the publisher
When a poor boy in China receives a magical paintbrush, everything he paints turns to life. But the wicked emperor wants to capture the boy when he hears the news. The story will excite readers as the ruler gets his just reward when the boy creates a masterpiece that spells his doom.
At a glance
- Format
- Paperback
- Pages
- 32
- Words
- 674
- Reading age
- 4–8
- Audience
- Picture
- Lexile
- AD580L
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