Why the Sky Is Far Away
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Picture Book · Ages 5–8 · 1974 · Est. 6 min read-aloud

Why the Sky Is Far Away

Written by Mary-Joan Gerson · Illustrated by Carla Golembe

Greed and disrespect disrupt nature's balance, making food scarce.

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32 pages· 745 words· Est. 6 min read-aloud· AD800L
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Bookroo's summary

In a cautionary African tale, human greed and disregard for nature's harmony lead to a world where harvesting food becomes a struggle. As the earth and sky react to this disrespect, the community faces the dire consequences of their actions. Can they restore balance before it's too late? This story explores the delicate relationship between humanity and the environment, urging a return to respect and sustainability.

From the publisher

A cautionary African tale explains how people’s greed and disrespect for the earth and sky has made harvesting food more difficult than it used to be.

At a glance
Format
Pages
32
Words
745
Reading age
5–8
Audience
Picture
Lexile
AD800L
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Book details

Reading levels
ATOS
4.5
F&P level
~S
AR points
0.5
AR interest level
LG
AR quiz
7650
Publication
Published
September 1, 1992
First published
January 1, 1974
Publisher
Joy st Books
Edition
Language
English
Type
Picture Book
Identifiers
ISBN
9780316308526

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