Paddy Goes Traveling
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Picture Book · Ages 6–8 · 1982

Paddy Goes Traveling

Written by John S. Goodall

A kite rescue leads Paddy on an unexpected journey to the Swiss Alps.

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32 pages· ~550L
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Bookroo's summary

Paddy's simple act of retrieving a kite from a limousine spirals into an unexpected adventure, whisking him away to the majestic Swiss Alps. As he navigates this unplanned journey, the serene vacation he envisioned in the south of France takes a thrilling turn. What challenges await him in the snowy peaks, and how will he find his way back? This visual tale captures the essence of adventure and the surprises that come with it, leaving readers eager to discover Paddy's fate in the mountains.

From the publisher

When Paddy attempts to rescue a kite from the top of a limousine, he is accidentally carried away into the Swiss Alps.

Awards

The New York Times/New York Public Library Best Illustrated Children’s Books Award (1982)
At a glance
Format
Library Binding
Pages
32
Reading age
6–8
Audience
Picture
Lexile
~550L
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Book details

Reading levels
ATOS
~3.6
F&P level
~N
Publication
Published
November 1, 1982
First published
October 1, 1982
Publisher
Atheneum
Edition
Language
English
Type
Picture Book
Identifiers
ISBN
9780689502392

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