The Strange Appearance of Howard Cranebill
Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 1982

The Strange Appearance of Howard Cranebill

Written by Henrik Drescher

A mysterious baby with a peculiar nose changes everything.

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33 pages· ~520L

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Bookroo's summary

Mr. and Mrs. Cranebill's dream of parenthood comes true when they find a baby on their doorstep. But this isn't any ordinary child—his unusually long, pointy nose hints at a life full of surprises and challenges. As Howard Cranebill, Jr. grows, his unique feature leads to unexpected adventures and profound lessons. What mysteries does his life hold, and how will his peculiar appearance shape his destiny? Dive into this allegorical tale where the extraordinary becomes the norm, and every twist reveals a deeper truth.

From the publisher

Chronicles the eventful, surprising life of Howard Cranebill, Jr., in an unusual allegorical tale

At a glance
Format
Hardcover
Pages
33
Reading age
4–8
Audience
Picture
Lexile
~520L
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Book details

Reading levels
ATOS
~3.4
F&P level
~N
Publication
Published
November 1, 1982
First published
January 1, 1982
Edition
Language
English
Type
Picture Book
Identifiers
ISBN
9780688009625

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