Paul Bunyan

Written and illustrated by Steven Kellogg

Discover the legendary feats of Paul Bunyan and his blue ox in this hilarious tall tale.

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44 pages· 944 words· Est. 8 min read-aloud· 1030L

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Bookroo's summary

Meet Paul Bunyan, the legendary giant lumberjack, and his trusty blue ox as they carve out the Great Lakes and the Grand Canyon. This uproarious retelling brings to life their larger-than-life adventures with vibrant illustrations and humor. Will Paul’s incredible feats continue to shape the land, or will his legendary status be challenged? Dive into this classic folktale and find out!

From the publisher

A funny retelling of the tallest of tall tales, the rollicking adventures of Paul Bunyan and his great blue ox, paired with the extravagant and lively illustrations of Steven Kellogg. Perfect for read-alouds full of laughter! Do you know who was the largest baby ever born in the state of Maine? What about who dug the Great Lakes? Or who gouged out the Grand Canyon? Why, it was Paul Bunyan, of course, America’s finest, fastest, funniest lumberman and favorite folktale hero! In this engaging tale, beloved children’s author Steven Kellogg combines exuberant illustrations with a hysterical text to create a truly legendary tale. This is a fun tall tale to share at home or in the classroom.

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