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Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 1994 · Est. 17 min read-aloud
The Singing Man
By Angela Shelf Medearis, Terea Shaffer (Illustrator)
A young man leaves home to pursue his musical dreams.
3.7/5 Goodreads · 42 ratings
34 pages· 2,093 words· Est. 17 min read-aloud
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Bookroo's summary
In West Africa, a young man dreams of becoming a musician but faces family opposition. Forced to leave home, he encounters a traveling praise singer who might hold the key to his aspirations. Will he find his rhythm and fulfill his destiny, or will the challenges prove too great? Discover a journey of passion, perseverance, and the power of music.
From the publisher
Overcoming adversity, a young West African realizes his dream.
At a glance
- Format
- Hardcover
- Pages
- 34
- Words
- 2,093
- Reading age
- 4–8
- Audience
- Picture
- Lexile
- 770L
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The fine print
Book details
Reading levels
- ATOS
- 4.2
- F&P level
- ~R
- AR points
- 0.5
- AR interest level
- MG
- AR quiz
- 3508
Publication
- Published
- January 29, 2008
- First published
- January 1, 1994
- Publisher
- Holiday House
Edition
- Language
- English
- Type
- Picture Book
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