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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.
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.
At a glance
- Format
- Pages
- 32
- Words
- 71
- Reading age
- 4–7
- Audience
- Picture
- Lexile
- 260L
What readers & critics say
Reviews
3.5
out of 7
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The fine print
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
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