The Fox on the Swing
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Picture Book · Ages 5–9 · 2016 · Est. 14 min read-aloud

The Fox on the Swing

Written by Evelina Daciutè · Illustrated by Aušra Kiudulaite

A boy meets a fox, sparking a journey to discover true happiness.

4.3/7 Bookroo expert·4.0/5 Goodreads · 1,143 ratings
46 pages· 1,745 words· Est. 14 min read-aloud
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Paul lives in a treehouse in the city, but his world shifts when he meets a wise fox on a bakery run. As their friendship blossoms, Paul learns to explore the essence of happiness and the value of small joys. What secrets will the fox reveal, and how will their bond transform Paul's understanding of life? This enchanting tale invites young readers to ponder the true meaning of friendship and happiness amidst life's inevitable changes.

From the publisher

Once upon a time a boy called Paul lived in a treehouse with his mother and father. One day a fox appeared in Paul’s life - and when a fox comes into your life, Anything can happen. This sensitive story about friendship, dreams and happiness was written by Evelina Daciute and illustrated by Ausra Kiudulaite. It tells the story of Paul and the fox, whom he encounters one day when out buying bread for the family, and how their relationship begins, develops and shifts as life forces change on them both. The book’s themes are friendship, change, loss and the importance of seeking happiness in the little things of life

Awards

Mildred L. Batchelder Award (2019)
At a glance
Format
Hardcover
Pages
46
Words
1,745
Reading age
5–9
Audience
Picture
Lexile
720L
Themes & topics
Books about foxesBooks about friendshipBooks about happinessBooks about changeBooks about family
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Book details

Reading levels
ATOS
3.8
F&P level
~Q
AR points
0.5
AR interest level
LG
AR quiz
501687
Publication
Published
March 1, 2018
First published
October 13, 2016
Edition
Language
English
Type
Picture Book
Identifiers
ISBN
9780500651568

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