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Chapter Book · Ages 7–10 · 2009 · Est. 2.5 hour read
The Doll Shop Downstairs
By Yona Zeldis McDonough, Heather Maione (Illustrator)
Book #1 in the The Doll Shop series
A young girl must save her family's doll shop during World War I's embargo crisis.
4.0/5 Goodreads · 444 ratings
128 pages· 18,835 words· Est. 2.5 hour read
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Bookroo's summary
In the heart of New York City, nine-year-old Anna faces a daunting challenge: World War I's embargo threatens her family's cherished doll repair shop. With German-made parts unavailable, the shop's future hangs in the balance. But Anna, fueled by imagination and determination, devises a plan that could turn the tide. Can her creativity and courage save the day, or will the war's shadow close the shop's doors forever? Inspired by true events, this tale of resilience and family bonds invites readers to discover the power of ingenuity in the face of adversity.
From the publisher
Nine-year-old Anna and her sisters love to play with the dolls in their parents’ doll repair shop. But when World War I begins, an embargo on German-made goods-including the parts Papa needs to repair the dolls-threatens to put the family’s shop out of business. Fortunately, Anna has an idea that just might save the day. Inspired by the true story of Madame Alexander, this is a timeless tale of family and imagination.
This beautiful gift edition of The Doll Shop Downstairs, featuring an eye-catching foil embossed cover, will make a perfect holiday present for dreamers and doll lovers everywhere.
At a glance
- Format
- Hardcover
- Pages
- 128
- Words
- 18,835
- Reading age
- 7–10
- Audience
- Juvenile Reader
- Lexile
- ~701L
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The fine print
Book details
Reading levels
- ATOS
- 4.5
- F&P level
- ~Q
- AR points
- 3
- AR interest level
- LG
- AR quiz
- 132945
Publication
- Published
- September 3, 2009
- Publisher
- Viking Books For Young Readers
Edition
- Language
- English
- Type
- Chapter Book
Identifiers
- ISBN
- 9780670010912
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