The Legend of Sleeping Bear
The Legend of Sleeping Bear
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The Legend of Sleeping Bear

Illustrated by Gijsbert Van Frankenhuyzen
Part of the Myths, Legends, Fairy and Folktales Book Series
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7 - 10
Reading age
48
Page count
25
Words per page
1020L
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Oct 1, 1998
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It is believed that the Ojibwe Indians of Michigan were the first to tell the story of Sleeping Bear and her cubs, a story which has since become known as ‘The Legend of Sleeping Bear.’ Artist Gijsbert van Frankenhuyzen, graduate of the Royal Academy of Arts in Holland, and author Kathy-jo Wargin bring this enchanting and popular tale to life. the richness of their work underscores the beauty of the legend, preserving this story for generations to come.

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    Book Details

    ISBN
    9781886947351
    Publication Date
    October 1, 1998
    Publisher
    Sleeping Bear Press
    Original Publication Date
    October 19, 1998
    Page Count
    48
    Words Per Page
    25
    Audience
    Picture
    Reading Age
    7 - 10 years
    Lib. of Congress (LCCN)
    98014246
    WorldCat Number (OCLC)
    38550114
    Lexile® Level
    1020L
    Est. Fountas & Pinnell Level
    ~Y
    ATOS® Book Level
    4.8
    Accelerated Reader® Points
    0.5
    Accelerated Reader Quiz
    43236
    Accelerated Reader Interest Level
    LG

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