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Picture Book · Ages 8–12 · 1989 · Est. 5 min read-aloud
Something from Nothing
Written by Phoebe Gilman
A cherished blanket becomes many things, but what happens when the last piece is lost?
4.4 Goodreads · 2,983 ratings
32 pages· 630 words· Est. 5 min read-aloud· ~490L
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Bookroo's summary
Joseph's beloved blanket, crafted by his grandfather, transforms over time into a jacket, vest, tie, and more. But when the final piece, a button, is lost, even Grandpa's tailoring magic seems powerless. Can something truly be made from nothing? This heartwarming tale of family love and creativity explores the limits of ingenuity and the enduring bonds between generations. Discover how Joseph and his grandfather navigate this final challenge in a story that celebrates tradition and the art of making the most out of what you have.
At a glance
- Format
- Hardcover
- Pages
- 32
- Words
- 630
- Reading age
- 8–12
- Audience
- Picture
- Lexile
- ~490L
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The fine print
Book details
Reading levels
- ATOS
- 3.3
- F&P level
- ~M
- AR points
- 0.5
- AR interest level
- LG
- AR quiz
- 9974
Publication
- Published
- October 1, 1993
- First published
- January 1, 1989
- Publisher
- Scholastic Press
Edition
- Language
- English
- Type
- Picture Book
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