The Hundred-Year Barn
What's This Book About
Newbery Medal-winning author Patricia MacLachlan’s poignant text and award-winning artist Kenard Pak’s gentle and rustic illustrations paint the picture of a beautiful red barn and the people who call it home.One hundred years ago, a little boy watched his family and community come together to build a grand red barn. This barn become his refuge and home–a place to play with friends and farm animals alike.As seasons passed, the barn weathered many storms. The boy left and returned a young man, to help on the farm and to care for the barn again. The barn has stood for one hundred years, and it will stand for a hundred more: a symbol of peace, stability, caring and community.In this joyful celebration generations of family and their tender connection to the barn, Newbery Medal-winning author Patricia MacLachlan and award-winning artist Kenard Pak spin a tender and timeless story about the simple moments that make up a lifetime.This beautiful picture book is perfect for young children who are curious about history and farm life. Bank Street College of Education Best Children’s Book of the Year (2020) –Publishers Weekly (starred review)
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Patricia MacLachlan is a versatile and prolific author whose titles range from picture books to novels, including the Newbery Medal–winning Sarah, Plain and Tall. Barkus was inspired by the imagined adventures of her neighbor’s dog. She lives in Massachusetts
Kenard Pak is an illustrator, animation artist, and author. He likes to draw and think about rolling hills, windy roads, bicycles, snow, and funny animals. San Francisco is home with his talented wife and sleepy cats.
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Book Details
- ISBN
- 9780062687739
- Publication Date
- September 17, 2019
- Publisher
- Katherine Tegen Books
- Original Publication Date
- September 17, 2019
- Page Count
- 48
- Word Count
- 1206
- Audience
- Picture
- Reading Age
- 4 - 8 years
- Lib. of Congress (LCCN)
- 2018952185
- Lexile® Level
- 620L
- Est. Fountas & Pinnell Level
- ~O
- ATOS® Book Level
- 3.7
- Accelerated Reader® Points
- 0.5
- Accelerated Reader Quiz
- 504882
- Accelerated Reader Interest Level
- LG
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