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Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 1990 · Est. 10 min read-aloud
The Orphan Boy
By Tololwa Marti Mollel, Paul Morin (Illustrator)
An old man's life is changed when a mysterious boy appears at his doorstep.
3.9/5 Goodreads · 87 ratings
32 pages· 1,272 words· Est. 10 min read-aloud
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Bookroo's summary
In an East African village, an old man discovers Kileken, a mysterious boy with extraordinary powers. As the boy becomes like a son to him, the old man's curiosity about Kileken's secret grows. What is the truth behind the boy's abilities, and how will it change their lives? This tale of wonder and mystery unfolds with lyrical storytelling and vivid imagery, inviting readers to explore the depths of love, trust, and the unknown.
From the publisher
Seaching the sky for a familiar star, an old man encounters a mysterious boy, Kileken. As he comes to love the boy as a son, he agrees to let him keep the one thing he owns: a secret. “A lyrically retold story, illustrated with richly luminous paintings.” – Booklist
At a glance
- Format
- Hardcover
- Pages
- 32
- Words
- 1,272
- Reading age
- 4–8
- Audience
- Picture
- Lexile
- AD560L
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The fine print
Book details
Reading levels
- ATOS
- 3.9
- F&P level
- ~N
- AR points
- 0.5
- AR interest level
- LG
- AR quiz
- 9645
Publication
- Published
- December 31, 1990
- Publisher
- Clarion Books
Edition
- Language
- English
- Type
- Picture Book
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