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Chapter Book · Ages 9–12 · 1989 · Est. 9 min read
Nathaniel Talking
Written by Eloise Greenfield · Illustrated by Jan Spivey Gilchrist
A boy's poems reveal his world after loss.
3.8/5 Goodreads · 82 ratings
32 pages· 1,259 words· Est. 9 min read
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Bookroo's summary
A nine-year-old boy navigates the complexities of life through poignant poems, reflecting on his mother's death, friendships, and the uncertain future. Each verse offers a glimpse into his evolving understanding of the world, inviting readers to explore the depths of childhood resilience and hope. What truths will he uncover as he grapples with loss and the promise of tomorrow?
From the publisher
In brief poems, a nine-year-old boy shares his views on his mother’s death, knowledge, friends, school, his father, and the future.
At a glance
- Format
- Paperback
- Pages
- 32
- Words
- 1,259
- Reading age
- 9–12
- Audience
- Picture
- Lexile
- ~650L
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The fine print
Book details
Reading levels
- ATOS
- 4.2
- F&P level
- ~P
- AR points
- 0.5
- AR interest level
- MG
- AR quiz
- 72741
Publication
- Published
- November 1, 1993
- First published
- July 1, 1989
- Publisher
- Writers Readers
Edition
- Language
- English
- Type
- Chapter Book
Identifiers
- ISBN
- 9780863162015
- OCLC
- 48869504
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