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Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 1972 · Est. 5 min read-aloud
William's Doll
By Charlotte Zolotow, William Pene du Bois (Illustrator)
A boy defies stereotypes to fulfill his wish for a doll.
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32 pages· 594 words· Est. 5 min read-aloud
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Bookroo's summary
William longs for a doll, facing ridicule from his brother and neighbor. His father offers toys, but not the one he truly desires. Amidst the taunts, someone finally understands William's wish, challenging gender norms and opening hearts. Will William's dream of nurturing come true, and can he change perceptions along the way?
From the publisher
William wants a doll - to hug, to feed, to tuck in, and kiss goodnight. “Don’t be a creep, “ says his brother. “Sissy, sissy, “ chants the boy next door. His father buys him trains and a basketball - but not the doll that William really wants. Then one day, someone comes along who understands why William should have his doll.
At a glance
- Format
- Paperback
- Pages
- 32
- Words
- 594
- Reading age
- 4–8
- Audience
- Picture
- Lexile
- 840L
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The fine print
Book details
Reading levels
- ATOS
- 3.6
- F&P level
- ~T
- AR points
- 0.5
- AR interest level
- LG
- AR quiz
- 5500
Publication
- Published
- May 1, 1985
- First published
- May 10, 1972
- Publisher
- Harper Row
Edition
- Language
- English
- Type
- Picture Book
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