The Lump of Coal
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$1348
Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2008 · Est. 11 min read-aloud

The Lump of Coal

Written by Lemony Snicket · Illustrated by Brett Helquist

A sentient coal embarks on a holiday adventure.

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40 pages· 1,397 words· Est. 11 min read-aloud· NC1350L
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Bookroo's summary

In a whimsical holiday tale, a sentient lump of coal sets out on an unexpected journey. With the ability to think and move, it seeks a place where it truly belongs. Will this unusual traveler find its purpose in a world that sees it as mere fuel? Discover the heartwarming adventure that challenges the notion of what it means to be special during the festive season.

From the publisher

This is a story about a lump of coal who can think, talk, and move itself around.Is there a more charming holiday tale to behold? Probably, but Lemony Snicket has not written one.

At a glance
Format
Hardcover
Pages
40
Words
1,397
Reading age
4–8
Audience
Picture
Lexile
NC1350L
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Book details

Reading levels
ATOS
5.7
F&P level
~Z+
AR points
0.5
AR interest level
LG
AR quiz
126640
Publication
Published
September 30, 2008
Publisher
HarperCollins
Edition
Language
English
Type
Picture Book
Identifiers
ISBN
9780061574283
LCCN
2007041931
OCLC
182662449

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