The Night Library
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Picture Book · Ages 3–7 · 2019

The Night Library

Written by David Zeltser · Illustrated by Raúl Colón

A boy's birthday book gift leads to a magical library adventure.

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40 pages
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A young boy, disappointed by a book gift, is whisked away by the stone lions of the New York Public Library. Guided by Patience and Fortitude, he discovers the enchanting world of books and their profound impact on his life and loved ones. Will this magical night change his view forever?

From the publisher

The Polar Express meets The Night at the Museum in this fantastical picture-book adventure about the magic of books and libraries, perfect for book lovers of all ages! After a young boy goes to sleep upset that he’s getting a book for his birthday, he’s visited in the night by Patience and Fortitude, the two stone lions who guard the New York Public Library. Soon, he’s magically whisked away from his cozy home in the Bronx, and the two mighty lions show him the wonder of the library. There, the inquisitive Latino boy discovers the power of books and their role not only in his own life, but also in the lives of the people he loves. Raul Colon’s gorgeous, rich art creates an immersive world in this book about books, which is sure to capture the imaginations of kids and adults and inspire them to grab their library cards and dive into the worlds of stories.

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Format
Hardcover
Pages
40
Reading age
3–7
Audience
Picture
Lexile
AD600L
Themes & topics
Books about animalsBooks about the libraryBooks about birthdaysBooks about books and readingBooks about big cats (lions, tigers, leopard, etc.)
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Book details

Reading levels
ATOS
~3.9
F&P level
~O
Publication
Published
April 2, 2019
Edition
Language
English
Type
Picture Book
Identifiers
ISBN
9781524717988

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