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Chapter Book · Ages 6–9 · 1989 · Est. 2 hour read
The Bells of Christmas
Written by Virginia Hamilton · Illustrated by Lambert Davis
A boy eagerly awaits Christmas 1890, amidst family traditions and holiday preparations.
3.6/5 Goodreads · 77 ratings
64 pages· 10,712 words· Est. 2 hour read
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Bookroo's summary
In 1890 Ohio, twelve-year-old Jason Bell eagerly anticipates Christmas, surrounded by the warmth and traditions of his middle-class black family. As the holiday approaches, Jason's excitement grows, but will the season bring unexpected challenges or joys? Dive into a richly detailed world where family bonds and festive preparations unfold with elegance and heart.
From the publisher
1990 Coretta Scott King Honor Book Twelve-year-old Jason Bell waits impatiently for Christmas 1890. Set against the carefully researched background life of a middle-class black family in Ohio a century ago, “Hamilton’s story moves along at an elegant pace, giving readers time to savor the holiday preparations.”–School Library Journal
At a glance
- Format
- Paperback
- Pages
- 64
- Words
- 10,712
- Reading age
- 6–9
- Audience
- Picture
- Lexile
- 570L
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The fine print
Book details
Reading levels
- ATOS
- 3.5
- F&P level
- ~O
- AR points
- 1
- AR interest level
- LG
- AR quiz
- 6403
Publication
- Published
- October 15, 1997
- First published
- January 1, 1989
- Publisher
- Clarion Books
Edition
- Language
- English
- Type
- Chapter Book
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