The Goblin and the Empty Chair
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Picture Book · Ages 5–8 · 2009

The Goblin and the Empty Chair

Written by Mem Fox · Illustrated by Leo Dillon and Diane Dillon

A goblin seeks to heal a grieving family with compassion's magic touch.

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32 pages· AD550L
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Bookroo's summary

In a distant land, a family mourns an unimaginable loss. A solitary goblin, hidden from the world, watches their sorrow. With a heart full of compassion, he steps forward, determined to mend their broken spirits. Can his unexpected friendship bridge the gap between fear and healing, uniting them in a tale of hope and renewal? Discover the transformative power of kindness in this enchanting fairy tale.

From the publisher

In a time long past, in a land far away, a family has suffered an unspeakable loss. But a lonely goblin has been watching. And he knows what to do to help them heal. From internationally acclaimed picture book masters Mem Fox and Leo and Diane Dillon, here is a rich and moving original fairy tale about family, friendship, and the power compassion has to unite us all.

At a glance
Format
Hardcover
Pages
32
Reading age
5–8
Audience
Picture
Lexile
AD550L
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Book details

Reading levels
ATOS
~3.6
F&P level
~N
Publication
Published
September 22, 2009
Publisher
Beach Lane Books
Edition
Language
English
Type
Picture Book
Identifiers
ISBN
9781416985853
LCCN
2008041862
OCLC
262737484

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