Listen Up!
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Picture Book · Ages 5–8 · 2007 · Est. 11 min read-aloud

Listen Up!

Written by Monica Kulling · Illustrated by Richard Walz

A daring inventor's talking machine faces its ultimate test at the World's Fair.

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48 pages· 1,341 words· Est. 11 min read-aloud· 530L
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Bookroo's summary

In 1876, amidst America's centennial celebrations, Alexander Graham Bell arrives at the Philadelphia World's Fair. With his groundbreaking invention, the telephone, he faces a daunting challenge: will anyone notice his creation among the dazzling displays? As the fair buzzes with innovation, Bell's determination is tested. Will his device work when it matters most, and can it capture the imagination of a skeptical audience? Dive into a tale of resilience and discovery, where the spirit of invention takes center stage.

From the publisher

IT’S 1876 AND THE whole country is celebrating the 100th birthday of the United States. The biggest party is in Philadelphia at the World’s Fair, where the latest and greatest inventions are on display for all to see. Alexander Graham Bell is headed to the fair to demonstrate his invention - a talking machine he calls the telephone. But will anyone come to see him at the world’s most important science fair? And more importantly, will his machine work? This Step 3 reader celebrates the resilient, quirky spirit of inventors.

At a glance
Format
Paperback
Pages
48
Words
1,341
Reading age
5–8
Audience
Early Reader
Lexile
530L
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Book details

Reading levels
ATOS
2.7
F&P level
~N
AR points
0.5
AR interest level
LG
AR quiz
117215
Publication
Published
August 28, 2007
First published
August 1, 2007
Publisher
Random House Books for Young Readers
Edition
Language
English
Type
Picture Book
Identifiers
ISBN
9780375831157
LCCN
2006021524
OCLC
70232323

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