The Emperor and the Kite
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Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 1967 · Est. 11 min read-aloud

The Emperor and the Kite

Written by Jane Yolen · Illustrated by Ed Young

A princess must use her kite to rescue the imprisoned emperor from a high tower.

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32 pages· 1,329 words· Est. 11 min read-aloud· AD660L
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Bookroo's summary

Princess Djeow Seow, overlooked by her family, finds solace in her kite. When the Emperor is trapped in a tower, her unique skill becomes the kingdom's only hope. Can she soar high enough to save him? This tale of courage and ingenuity unfolds as the princess faces her greatest challenge, proving that even the smallest can achieve the extraordinary. Will her loyalty and love be enough to bring her father back?

From the publisher

Largely ignored by her own family, Princess Djeow Seow spends her days playing with a kite made from paper and sticks. But when the Emperor is imprisoned in a high tower, only the Princess can save the day, flying her kite high up into the sky to rescue her father. A familiar jewel polished to unaccustomed brilliance.

Awards

Caldecott Honor (1968)
At a glance
Format
Pages
32
Words
1,329
Reading age
4–8
Audience
Picture
Lexile
AD660L
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Book details

Reading levels
ATOS
4.6
F&P level
~P
AR points
0.5
AR interest level
LG
AR quiz
27475
Publication
Published
July 20, 1998
First published
January 1, 1967
Publisher
Puffin Books
Edition
Language
English
Type
Picture Book
Identifiers
ISBN
9780698116443
OCLC
59153345

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