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Picture Book · Ages 3–7 · 2018 · Est. 5 min read-aloud
Ode to an Onion
Written by Alexandria Giardino · Illustrated by Felicita Sala
A poet finds unexpected joy in an onion's layers of life.
4.3/5 Goodreads · 297 ratings
40 pages· 534 words· Est. 5 min read-aloud
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Bookroo's summary
Pablo, a moody poet, visits his friend Matilde, who reveals the hidden beauty in her garden. Through the simple onion, she teaches him that joy and sorrow coexist, transforming his perspective. As Pablo grapples with his emotions, Matilde's wisdom offers a new lens on life. Will he embrace the light within the layers? This poetic tale, inspired by Neruda's 'Ode to the Onion,' explores the delicate balance of grief and joy, inviting readers to find happiness even in tears. Discover the profound simplicity of life's contrasts in this beautifully illustrated story.
From the publisher
Sad about the subject of a poem he is writing, Pablo Neruda visits his friend Matilde who shows him, through a simple onion, that happiness can be found even through tears. Includes facts about Pablo and Matilde, and Neruda’s Ode to the Onion in Spanish and English.
At a glance
- Format
- Hardcover
- Pages
- 40
- Words
- 534
- Reading age
- 3–7
- Audience
- Picture
- Lexile
- AD600L
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The fine print
Book details
Reading levels
- ATOS
- 3.2
- F&P level
- ~O
- AR points
- 0.5
- AR interest level
- LG
- AR quiz
- 501295
Publication
- Published
- January 1, 2018
- First published
- October 9, 2018
- Publisher
- Abrams Books for Young Readers
Edition
- Language
- English
- Type
- Picture Book
Identifiers
- ISBN
- 9781944903343
- LCCN
- 2017057939
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