Our Library
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Picture Book · Ages 4–7 · 2008 · Est. 6 min read-aloud

Our Library

Written by Eve Bunting · Illustrated by Maggie Smith

Can Raccoon and friends save their library from closing forever?

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32 pages· 757 words· Est. 6 min read-aloud
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When the beloved library faces closure, Raccoon and his friends must find a way to save it. Their quest leads them to discover the power of books themselves. Can they rally the community and preserve this vital resource? Join them on a heartwarming adventure that celebrates the irreplaceable value of libraries and the stories they hold. Will their efforts be enough to keep the doors open?

From the publisher

When Miss Goose announces that the library is going to close forever, Raccoon and his friends spring into action. Where will they get the help they need to save their beloved library? In books, of course! This cheery tale from ever-popular author Eve Bunting shows how important libraries are to every community. Bright, playful illustrations enhance the light treatment of this serious subject, in a story that celebrates the value of books in everyone’s lives.

At a glance
Format
Pages
32
Words
757
Reading age
4–7
Audience
Picture
Lexile
550L
Themes & topics
Books about animalsBooks about the libraryBooks about raccoonsBooks about books and readingBooks about lifestyles
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Book details

Reading levels
ATOS
~3.6
F&P level
~N
Publication
Published
September 13, 2016
First published
August 18, 2008
Publisher
Clarion Books
Edition
Language
English
Type
Picture Book
Identifiers
ISBN
9780544808997

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