Mr. George Baker
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Picture Book · Ages 5–8 · 2004 · Est. 5 min read-aloud

Mr. George Baker

By Amy Hest, Jon J Muth (Illustrator)

An unlikely friendship bridges generations as two learn to read together.

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32 pages· 563 words· Est. 5 min read-aloud
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On George's porch, a hundred-year-old musician and a young boy form an unexpected bond. As they wait for the school bus, they share a common struggle: learning to read. Despite their differences, George's rhythmic fingers and Harry's untied shoelaces symbolize a warm friendship that transcends age. What challenges will they face, and how will their shared journey transform them? Discover the power of language and connection in this heartwarming tale of intergenerational friendship.

From the publisher

A best-selling author and illustrator pay tribute to the power of language and intergenerational bonds. George Baker and Harry don’t seem the likeliest of friends. Yet, sitting side by side on George’s porch, waiting for the school bus to come, the two have plenty in common, this hundred-year-old musician with the crookedy fingers going tappidy on his knees and the young schoolboy whose shoelaces always need tying. They’re both learning to read, which is hard – but what’s easy is the warm friendship they share. In an inspired pairing, a best-selling author and illustrator pay tribute to the power of language and intergenerational bonds.

At a glance
Format
Paperback
Pages
32
Words
563
Reading age
5–8
Audience
Picture
Lexile
520L
Themes & topics
Books about friendshipBooks about familyBooks about readingBooks about the elderlyBooks about multigenerational
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Book details

Reading levels
ATOS
2.5
F&P level
~N
Scholastic level
M
AR points
0.5
AR interest level
LG
AR quiz
80731
Publication
Published
June 12, 2007
First published
January 1, 2004
Publisher
Candlewick
Edition
Language
English
Type
Picture Book
Identifiers
ISBN
9780763633080

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