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Picture Book · Ages 5–8 · 2000 · Est. 5 min read-aloud
The Remarkable Farkle McBride
Written by John Lithgow · Illustrated by C. F. Payne
A musical prodigy seeks the missing piece to his symphonic puzzle.
4.2 Goodreads · 566 ratings
70 pages· 569 words· Est. 5 min read-aloud· ~680L
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Bookroo's summary
Farkle McBride, a young musical prodigy, masters every instrument he touches, yet something eludes him. As he explores the vibrant world of an orchestra, will he find what truly satisfies his restless spirit? Dive into a rhythmic journey where each note brings him closer to discovering the missing harmony in his life. This tale of musical exploration promises to captivate the music lover in everyone, with a grand visual display of an entire orchestra waiting to unfold.
From the publisher
Reedle-ee Rootle-ee Vroom-pety BANG! Young Farkle McBride is a musical genius: He plays the violin, the flute, the trombone, and the drums with incredible skill. But he’s never satisfied: Something is missing. In his first book, actor and musician John Lithgow introduces a memorable character, a fickle yet lovable child prodigy who brings the sounds and rhythms of an orchestra to sprawling visual life. With a double gatefold showing the entire orchestra, this is the ultimate book for the music lover in all of us. Deedle-ee Doodle-ee Doom-pety CLANG!
At a glance
- Format
- Hardcover
- Pages
- 70
- Words
- 569
- Reading age
- 5–8
- Audience
- Picture
- Lexile
- ~680L
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The fine print
Book details
Reading levels
- ATOS
- 4.4
- F&P level
- ~P
- AR points
- 0.5
- AR interest level
- LG
- AR quiz
- 41953
Publication
- Published
- September 1, 2000
- First published
- January 1, 2000
Edition
- Language
- English
- Type
- Picture Book
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