The Second Sky
The Second Sky
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The Second Sky

Written by Patrick Guest & illustrated by Jonathan Bentley
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4 - 8
Reading age
32
Page count
550L
Lexile measure
Mar 5, 2019
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An inspiring story about finding your true element Ever since he first hatched, Gilbert has wanted to fly. But with his big, clumsy feet and small, fluffy wings, learning to fly is a bigger challenge than Gilbert anticipated. His fellow penguins tell him to give up, but Gilbert is sure that if he keeps trying, he’ll be able to soar… Young readers will fall in love with this sweet, motivating story about overcoming obstacles and discovering your hidden talents.

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talentsbeing yourselfflightpenguinsself-esteemself-esteem and self-reliancesocial themesscience and naturearctic and antarcticperseverancedetermination

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Book Details

ISBN
9780802855206
Publication Date
March 5, 2019
Publisher
Eerdmans Books for Young Readers
Original Publication Date
October 1, 2017
Page Count
32
Audience
Picture
Reading Age
4 - 8 years
Lexile® Level
550L
Est. Fountas & Pinnell Level
~N
Est. ATOS® Book Level
~3.6

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