The Boy Who Was Raised by Librarians
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Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2007 · Est. 9 min read-aloud

The Boy Who Was Raised by Librarians

Written by Carla Morris · Illustrated by Brad Sneed

A boy's quest for knowledge leads him to a library and lifelong friendships.

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32 pages· 1,053 words· Est. 9 min read-aloud· 720L
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Bookroo's summary

Melvin's insatiable curiosity leads him to the library daily, where three librarians fuel his quest for knowledge. As he grows, the library becomes his sanctuary, filled with answers and joy. But when college beckons, will Melvin leave behind the place and people who shaped his love for learning? This tale explores the bonds formed over shared curiosity and the bittersweet journey of growing up.

From the publisher

Melvin discovers that the public library is the place where he can find just about anything–including three librarians who help in his quest for knowledge.

At a glance
Format
Hardcover
Pages
32
Words
1,053
Reading age
4–8
Audience
Picture
Lexile
720L
Themes & topics
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Book details

Reading levels
ATOS
4
F&P level
~Q
Scholastic level
O
AR points
0.5
AR interest level
LG
AR quiz
112351
Publication
Published
January 1, 2007
First published
March 1, 2007
Publisher
Peachtree
Edition
Language
English
Type
Picture Book
Identifiers
ISBN
9781561453917
LCCN
2006024279
OCLC
71189666

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