The Little Drummer Boy
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$759
Picture Book · Ages 3–7 · 1968 · Est. 1 min read-aloud

The Little Drummer Boy

Written and illustrated by Ezra Jack Keats

A drummer boy's humble gift reveals the true spirit of Christmas.

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32 pages· 107 words· Est. 1 min read-aloud· NP0L· AR 1.4 · 0.5 AR pts
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Bookroo's summary

In a journey to Bethlehem, a young drummer boy joins a procession of gift-bearers for the newborn Jesus. Lacking riches, he offers a heartfelt song on his drum. Discover how this simple act embodies the essence of Christmas, beautifully captured in vivid illustrations. What power does a humble gift hold?

From the publisher

A procession travels to Bethlehem, bringing gifts for the newborn baby Jesus. The little drummer boy comes along, although he is too poor to bring a present fit for a king. Instead, he plays a song on his drum for the Christ Child. Within the little drummer boy’s seemingly simple gift lies the true spirit of Christmas. Ezra Jack Keats’ vivid, jewel-toned artwork perfectly illustrates this classic holiday carol. Music for the song appears at the back of the book. “Keats evocatively portrays this story.” -Publishers Weekly

At a glance
Format
Paperback
Pages
32
Words
107
Reading age
3–7
Audience
Picture
Lexile
NPL
AR book level
1.4
AR points
0.5
AR quiz
10478
Themes & topics
The author & illustrator

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Book details

Reading levels
F&P level
~A
AR interest level
LG
Publication
Published
October 2, 2000
First published
January 1, 1968
Publisher
Puffin Books
Edition
Language
English
Type
Picture Book
Identifiers
ISBN
9780140567434
LCCN
00008665
OCLC
48105026

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