On to Widecombe Fair
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Picture Book · Ages 5–9 · 1978

On to Widecombe Fair

Written by Patricia Lee Gauch and Trina Schart Hyman

A borrowed mare leads to unexpected adventures.

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32 pages· ~530L
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Bookroo's summary

Uncle Tom Cobley and his six friends embark on a journey to Widecombe Fair, riding an old gray mare. As they set off, the trip promises more than just a simple fair visit. What unexpected turns will their borrowed steed bring? Will they make it to the fair, or will the journey itself become the real adventure? Discover the twists and turns of this folk-inspired tale where camaraderie and curiosity ride side by side.

Awards

Boston Globe–Horn Book Honor (1978)
At a glance
Format
Hardcover
Pages
32
Reading age
5–9
Audience
Picture
Lexile
~530L
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Book details

Reading levels
ATOS
~3.5
F&P level
~N
Publication
Published
January 1, 1978
Publisher
Putnam Pub Group
Edition
Language
English
Type
Picture Book
Identifiers
ISBN
9780399205637
LCCN
76048151

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