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Picture Book · Ages 3–7 · 1968 · Est. 1 min read-aloud
The Little Drummer Boy
Written & 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
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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
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The fine print
Book details
Reading levels
- ATOS
- 1.4
- F&P level
- ~A
- AR points
- 0.5
- AR interest level
- LG
- AR quiz
- 10478
Publication
- Published
- October 2, 2000
- First published
- January 1, 1968
- Publisher
- Puffin Books
Edition
- Language
- English
- Type
- Picture Book
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