The Poppy Seeds
Chapter Book · Ages 5–8 · 1955 · Est. 25 min read

The Poppy Seeds

By Clyde Robert Bulla, Jean Charlot (Illustrator)

A boy's secret act brings beauty and water to his village.

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36 pages· 2,242 words· Est. 25 min read

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Bookroo's summary

In a small Mexican village, water is scarce and controlled by a reclusive old man. Young Pablo dares to plant poppy seeds by the guarded stream, sparking a transformation. As vibrant flowers bloom, will they soften the old man's heart and bring the life-giving water to the village? Discover how one brave act can change everything.

At a glance
Format
Hardcover
Pages
36
Words
2,242
Reading age
5–8
Audience
Transitional Reader
Lexile
480L
Themes & topics
Books about kindnessBooks about rural lifeBooks about sharingBooks about friendshipBooks about community
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Book details

Reading levels
ATOS
~3.2
F&P level
~M
Publication
Published
December 1, 1955
First published
January 1, 1955
Publisher
Ty Crowell Co
Edition
Language
English
Type
Chapter Book
Identifiers
ISBN
9780690648560

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