Tough Boris
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Picture Book · Ages 4–7 · 1994 · Est. 1 min read-aloud

Tough Boris

Written by Mem Fox · Illustrated by Kathryn Brown

A young stowaway discovers a pirate's hidden vulnerability.

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32 pages· 71 words· Est. 1 min read-aloud· 260L
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Bookroo's summary

A young boy sneaks onto the ship of Boris von der Borch, a fearsome pirate known for his greed and toughness. But as he delves deeper into the pirate's world, he uncovers unexpected emotions and a softer side to the notorious captain. What secrets lie beneath the pirate's hardened exterior, and how will this revelation change them both? Embark on a journey where appearances deceive and even the fiercest pirates have a heart.

From the publisher

Boris von der Borch is a mean, greedy old pirate - tough as nails, through and through, like all pirates. Or is he? When a young boy sneaks onto Boris’ ship, he discovers that Boris and his mates aren’t quite what he expected.

Awards

ALA Notable Children's Books (1995)
At a glance
Format
Pages
32
Words
71
Reading age
4–7
Audience
Picture
Lexile
260L
Themes & topics
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Book details

Reading levels
ATOS
1.7
F&P level
~I
AR points
0.5
AR interest level
LG
AR quiz
14442
Publication
Published
April 29, 1994
Publisher
HMH Books for Young Readers
Edition
Language
English
Type
Picture Book
Identifiers
ISBN
9780152896126
LCCN
92008015
OCLC
269460410

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