Pablo Neruda
Picture Book · 2011

Pablo Neruda

Written by Monica Brown · Illustrated by Julie Paschkis

A boy's love for words transforms him into a celebrated poet.

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~860L

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Bookroo's summary

Neftalí, a boy enchanted by words, grows up to become Pablo Neruda, a poet who captures the beauty of everyday life and the struggles of Chilean people. Discover his journey from a curious child to a voice for the voiceless, as he writes about the world around him with passion and empathy. What inspired his transformation, and how did his words impact those he loved? Dive into the life of a poet who cherished both the wild and the quiet, and find out how his love for people shaped his legacy.

Awards

Americas Award (2012)Orbis Pictus Honor (2012)
At a glance
Format
Paperback
Audience
Middle Grade
Lexile
~860L
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Book details

Reading levels
ATOS
~5.5
F&P level
~T
Publication
First published
March 29, 2011
Publisher
Scholastic
Edition
Language
English
Type
Picture Book
Identifiers
ISBN
9780545731270

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