Singing Sam
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Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 1989 · Est. 15 min read-aloud

Singing Sam

Written by Clyde Robert Bulla

A runaway puppy's hidden talents make his owner reconsider their bond.

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48 pages· 1,834 words· Est. 15 min read-aloud
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Sam, a lively puppy, escapes from his indifferent owner, seeking freedom. But when Sam's surprising talents come to light, the spoiled boy who once ignored him now wants him back. Will Sam return, or has he found a new path? This tale of discovery and redemption explores the unexpected bonds that can form when we least expect them.

From the publisher

Illus. in full color. Sam, a frisky puppy, runs away from his disinterestedowner. But when Sam turns out to have hidden talents, the spoiled boy wants Samback. “A story on a second-grade reading level that incorporates a lot ofsubtlety in its simple text–not surprising from Bulla, a master of thisparticular feat. The telling dialogue and carefully chosen actions reveal agreat deal about the characters.”– “Kirkus. “

At a glance
Format
Paperback
Pages
48
Words
1,834
Reading age
4–8
Audience
Early Reader
Lexile
490L
Themes & topics
Books about dogsBooks about performing artsBooks about habits and behaviorBooks about responsibilityBooks about animals
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Book details

Reading levels
ATOS
2.2
F&P level
~M
AR points
0.5
AR interest level
LG
AR quiz
7393
Publication
Published
April 1, 1989
Edition
Language
English
Type
Picture Book
Identifiers
ISBN
9780394819778

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