Raven
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Picture Book · Ages 4–7 · 1993 · Est. 5 min read-aloud

Raven

Written and illustrated by Gerald McDermott

Part of the Trickster series

Can Raven outsmart Sky Chief to bring light to the world?

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32 pages· 577 words· Est. 5 min read-aloud· AD380L
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Bookroo's summary

Raven, the cunning trickster, embarks on a daring quest to steal light from the powerful Sky Chief. With the world shrouded in darkness, Raven's mission is fraught with danger and deception. Can he uncover the secret of the hidden light and escape unnoticed, or will his dream remain out of reach? As Raven navigates this perilous challenge, the fate of the world hangs in the balance. Will his cleverness be enough to illuminate the path for all? Dive into this captivating tale of wit and adventure, where every move could mean the difference between light and shadow.

From the publisher

Raven, the trickster, wants to give people the gift of light. But can he find out where Sky Chief keeps it? And if he does, will he be able to escape without being discovered? His dream seems impossible, but if anyone can find a way to bring light to the world, wise and clever Raven can!

Awards

Boston Globe–Horn Book Honor (1993)Caldecott Honor (1994)
At a glance
Format
Paperback
Pages
32
Words
577
Reading age
4–7
Audience
Picture
Lexile
AD380L
Themes & topics
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3.5

out of 7

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Book details

Reading levels
ATOS
2.5
F&P level
~K
Scholastic level
K
AR points
0.5
AR interest level
LG
AR quiz
7642
Publication
Published
January 1, 2001
First published
April 30, 1993
Publisher
Clarion Books
Edition
Language
English
Type
Picture Book
Identifiers
ISBN
9780152024499
LCCN
91014563
OCLC
47805456

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