The Little Scarecrow Boy
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Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 1998 · Est. 6 min read-aloud

The Little Scarecrow Boy

Written by Margaret Wise Brown · Illustrated by David Diaz

A young scarecrow tests his father's lessons in a world of wonder and discovery.

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40 pages· 719 words· Est. 6 min read-aloud
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A little scarecrow, eager to learn, absorbs his father's wisdom about the world. But curiosity drives him to test his knowledge, embarking on a journey of self-discovery. Will he prove himself ready for the challenges beyond the field? This heartwarming tale explores the bonds of family and the joy of growing up, perfect for sharing during the Halloween season.

From the publisher

The celebrated author of Goodnight Moon and The Runaway Bunny joins forces with the Caldecott Medalist of Smoky Night to tell this tender story about loving and enduring family relationships.

With words by the renowned Margaret Wise Brown and illustrations by David Diaz, this treasured picture book tells the tale of a little scarecrow boy and the lessons he learns from his scarecrow father about the world—until he decides to test his knowledge and himself.

This tender and funny story celebrates the tradition of passing knowledge from one generation to the next, and the exuberance of reaching one’s potential. Especially perfect for sharing during the Halloween season.

Awards

The New York Times/New York Public Library Best Illustrated Children’s Books Award (1998)
At a glance
Format
Hardcover
Pages
40
Words
719
Reading age
4–8
Audience
Picture
Lexile
AD600L
Themes & topics
Books about familyBooks about scarecrowsBooks about father-son relationships
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Book details

Reading levels
ATOS
3.5
F&P level
~O
AR points
0.5
AR interest level
LG
AR quiz
68546
Publication
Published
August 1, 1998
Publisher
HarperCollins
Edition
Language
English
Type
Picture Book
Identifiers
ISBN
9780060262846

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