Two Ways to Count to Ten
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Chapter Book · Ages 4–7 · 1988

Two Ways to Count to Ten

Written by Ruby Dee · Illustrated by Susan Meddaugh

Animals compete in a spear-throwing contest to win a kingdom and a princess's hand.

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~490L
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Bookroo's summary

In a vibrant retelling of a Liberian tale, King Leopard hosts a spear-throwing contest with high stakes: his daughter's hand in marriage and the throne. As animals gather, each contestant's unique skills and cunning are put to the test. Who will emerge victorious and claim the kingdom? The competition promises unexpected twists and fierce rivalries, leaving readers eager to discover the outcome.

From the publisher

Meddaugh’s color-pencil and watercolor paintings suit the text well; they leand extra dimension to the animals’ characterizations as the story unfolds. Readers and listeners of all ages will find this an irresistibly satisfying tale.–Publishers Weekly.

At a glance
Format
Reading age
4–7
Audience
Picture
Lexile
~490L
Themes & topics
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Book details

Reading levels
ATOS
3.3
F&P level
~M
AR points
0.5
AR interest level
LG
AR quiz
118743
Publication
Published
March 1, 1990
First published
June 1, 1988
Publisher
Turtleback Books
Edition
Language
English
Type
Chapter Book
Identifiers
ISBN
9780780735477
OCLC
274129275

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