Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 1954
The Wheel on the School
By Meindert DeJong, Maurice Sendak (Illustrator)
Can a group of children bring storks back to their village?
298 pages· 66,608 words· Est. 9.5 hour read
7.0/7 Bookroo experts·4.0/5 Goodreads · 13,371 ratings
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Summary: In the quaint village of Shora, young Lina sparks a quest to uncover why storks no longer nest there. Her curiosity ignites a mission among six schoolchildren, uniting the entire village in a shared dream. As they strive to bring the storks back, their journey reveals the power of wonder and community. Will their efforts succeed, or will the storks remain a distant memory? Discover how a simple question can transform a village and inspire change.


