The Lost Horse
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$958
Picture Book · Ages 4–7 · 1998 · Est. 2 min read-aloud

The Lost Horse

Written by Ed Young and Tracey Adams

A horse brings unexpected twists to its owner's life, challenging perceptions of fortune.

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32 pages· 210 words· Est. 2 min read-aloud· AD800L
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Bookroo's summary

In an ancient Chinese village, a man owns a remarkable horse that seems to bring both luck and misfortune. As events unfold, he learns that appearances can be deceiving and that fortune is ever-changing. Will he embrace the unpredictable nature of life, or will he be swept away by its whims? This timeless fable invites readers to question what they truly understand about luck and destiny.

From the publisher

Acclaimed author-illustrator Ed Young breathes new life into the ancient Chinese folktale of a horse that brings extraordinary reversals of fortune to its trusting owner. A timeless fable, The Lost Horse teaches of the ever-changing fortunes of life.

At a glance
Format
Paperback
Pages
32
Words
210
Reading age
4–7
Audience
Picture
Lexile
AD800L
Themes & topics
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Book details

Reading levels
ATOS
3
F&P level
~S
AR points
0.5
AR interest level
LG
AR quiz
26939
Publication
Published
May 1, 2004
First published
January 1, 1998
Publisher
Clarion Books
Edition
Language
English
Type
Picture Book
Identifiers
ISBN
9780152050238
LCCN
96052861
OCLC
759830698

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