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Chapter Book · Ages 7–10 · 2003 · Est. 3.5 hour read
Mightier Than the Sword
By Jane Yolen, Raúl Colón
Discover tales where wisdom and compassion outshine strength across cultures.
4.0/5 Goodreads · 136 ratings
128 pages· 25,341 words· Est. 3.5 hour read
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Bookroo's summary
Journey through fourteen tales from China to America, where sons, brothers, and kings face challenges that test their character. In a world of trolls and trials, these stories reveal that true heroism lies in wisdom and compassion, not brute force. Will brains triumph over brawn? Explore the adventures that unite men and boys in a quest for courage and integrity, inspiring readers of all ages.
From the publisher
From China to Burma, Afghanistan to America, this collection of fourteen familiar and little-known stories tells the tales of sons, brothers, kings, and trolls–men and boys united by a common heroism that comes from strength of character, wisdom, and compassion. These stories show that brains trump brawn every time.Renowned storyteller Jane Yolen has created an exciting companion book to her Book Sense 76 Pick Not One Damsel in Distress. An inspired collection of dramatic tales, Mightier Than the Sword will inspire boys and girls alike.
At a glance
- Format
- Hardcover
- Pages
- 128
- Words
- 25,341
- Reading age
- 7–10
- Audience
- Juvenile Reader
- Lexile
- 720L
Themes & topics
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The fine print
Book details
Reading levels
- ATOS
- 5
- F&P level
- ~Q
- AR points
- 4
- AR interest level
- MG
- AR quiz
- 66274
Publication
- Published
- May 1, 2003
- Publisher
- HMH Books for Young Readers
Edition
- Language
- English
- Type
- Chapter Book
Identifiers
- ISBN
- 9780152163914
- LCCN
- 2002009886
- OCLC
- 815656504
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