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Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 1988
The Little Donkey
Written by Gerda Marie Scheidl · Illustrated by Bernadette Watts
A little donkey's journey to Bethlehem reveals his true worth.
32 pages
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Bookroo's summary
A little donkey embarks on a daunting journey to Bethlehem, mocked by other animals and burdened by self-doubt. As he falters, a guiding light leads him to a miraculous destination where his courage is rewarded. Discover how this humble creature learns of a king's love for all, in a tale that brings the spirit of Christmas to life.
From the publisher
In this timelessly beautiful story, a little donkey sets out on the long journey to Bethlehem.
Along the way he is sneered at by a camel and laughed at by the other animals. Feeling worthless, he begins to stumble and lose heart until a great light guides him to his destination. There he is rewarded for his courage and faith, and learns that the new king loves all creatures.
Gerda Marie Scheidl’s gentle retelling and Bernadette’s evocative illustrations bring the message of Christmas to life.
At a glance
- Format
- Hardcover
- Pages
- 32
- Reading age
- 4–8
- Audience
- Picture
- Lexile
- ~511L
What readers & critics say
Reviews
4.5
out of 7
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The fine print
Book details
Reading levels
- ATOS
- 3.4
- F&P level
- ~N
- AR points
- 0.5
- AR interest level
- LG
- AR quiz
- 52991
Publication
- Published
- September 1, 2020
- First published
- January 1, 1988
- Publisher
- NorthSouth Books
Edition
- Language
- English
- Type
- Picture Book
Identifiers
- ISBN
- 9780735844278
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