Waltz of the Scarecrows
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Picture Book · Ages 5–8 · 1998 · Est. 8 min read-aloud

Waltz of the Scarecrows

Written by Constance W. McGeorge · Illustrated by Mary Whyte

A summer on the farm reveals scarecrows with a magical secret.

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32 pages· 995 words· Est. 8 min read-aloud· ~650L
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Sarah's summer at her grandparents' farm takes a whimsical turn as she helps create scarecrows dressed for a night out. But these aren't ordinary scarecrows. As the Harvest Ball approaches, Sarah uncovers a magical legend that brings these straw figures to life. What secret does the annual event hold, and how will Sarah play a part in this enchanting tradition? Discover the magic hidden in the fields and the mystery of the Harvest Ball.

From the publisher

While spending the summer at her grandparents’ farm, Sarah helps her Grandma and Grandpa stuff old evening clothes with straw and sew buttons onto linen faces. But these are no ordinary scarecrows. Dressed in top hats and tails, ball gowns and gloves, these scarecrows look as if they are ready for a night on the town. And, indeed, they are! Soon, Sarah learns the secret of the annual Harvest Ball and helps bring the legend to life. Full-color illustrations

At a glance
Format
Hardcover
Pages
32
Words
995
Reading age
5–8
Audience
Picture
Lexile
~650L
Themes & topics
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Book details

Reading levels
ATOS
4.2
F&P level
~P
AR points
0.5
AR interest level
LG
AR quiz
35310
Publication
Published
July 28, 1998
First published
July 1, 1998
Publisher
Chronicle Books LLC
Edition
Language
English
Type
Picture Book
Identifiers
ISBN
9780811817271
LCCN
97001347
OCLC
36301364

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