The Story of Holly & Ivy
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Picture Book · Ages 8–11 · 1958 · Est. 1 hour read-aloud

The Story of Holly & Ivy

Written by Rumer Godden · Illustrated by Barbara Cooney

Three Christmas wishes intertwine: a home, a child, and a family. Can they all come true?

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32 pages· 7,845 words· Est. 1 hour read-aloud· ~680L

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Bookroo's summary

Ivy, an orphan, dreams of finding a real home and sets out to find her grandmother. Holly, a doll, longs for a child to bring her to life. Meanwhile, the Joneses yearn for a child to complete their family. As Christmas approaches, their wishes intertwine in unexpected ways. Will the magic of the season grant them the happiness they seek? Discover a heartwarming tale of hope, connection, and the power of dreams.

From the publisher

Ivy, Holly, and Mr. and Mrs. Jones all have one Christmas wish. Ivy, an orphan, wishes for a real home and sets out in search of the grandmother she’s sure she can find. Holly, a doll, wishes for a child to bring her to life. And the Joneses wish more than anything for a son or daughter to share their holiday. Can all three wishes come true? This festive tale is perfectly complemented by beloved Barbara Cooney’s luminous illustrations, filled with the warm glow of the Christmas spirit.

At a glance
Format
Hardcover
Pages
32
Words
7,845
Reading age
8–11
Audience
Picture
Lexile
~680L
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Book details

Reading levels
ATOS
4.4
F&P level
~P
AR points
1
AR interest level
LG
AR quiz
111668
Publication
Published
September 14, 2006
First published
January 1, 1958
Edition
Language
English
Type
Picture Book
Identifiers
ISBN
9780670062195

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