Mountain Born
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Chapter Book · Ages 9–12 · 1943 · Est. 2.5 hour read

Mountain Born

Written by Elizabeth Yates · Illustrated by Nora Spicer Unwin

Book #1 in the Mountain Born series

A boy faces wolves and weather on a mountain farm with his trusty dog.

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112 pages· 22,649 words· Est. 2.5 hour read· 870L
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Bookroo's summary

On a mountain farm, young Peter learns the shepherd's life alongside his wise friend Benj. As he cares for a spirited lamb, Peter faces the challenges of wolves and harsh weather. Can he protect his flock and prove himself in this rugged world?

From the publisher

Wolves, weather, a black lamb, a trusty dog all are part of Peter’s life on a mountain farm. Prequel to A Place for Peter. Grades 4-7.”

Awards

Newbery Honor (1944)
At a glance
Format
Paperback
Pages
112
Words
22,649
Reading age
9–12
Audience
Middle Grade
Lexile
870L
Themes & topics
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Book details

Reading levels
ATOS
5.6
F&P level
~U
AR points
4
AR interest level
MG
AR quiz
53263
Publication
Published
February 11, 2005
First published
January 1, 1943
Publisher
Journeyforth
Edition
Language
English
Type
Chapter Book
Identifiers
ISBN
9780890847060
LCCN
93025967
OCLC
28376750

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