Woody Guthrie
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Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2001 · Est. 20 min read

Woody Guthrie

Written and illustrated by Bonnie Christensen

Discover the journey of a voice that captured America's struggles and beauty.

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32 pages· 2,286 words· Est. 20 min read· 1050L
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Bookroo's summary

Follow the journey of a man who roamed America, capturing its struggles and beauty through song. From the despair of the Great Depression to the celebration of natural wonders, his words resonated with a nation. This picture book biography introduces young readers to his legacy, featuring powerful illustrations and the complete lyrics to his iconic song. What drove him to give voice to the voiceless, and how did his music become a beacon of hope? Dive into the life of a troubadour who sang the heart of America.

Awards

Boston Globe–Horn Book Honor (2002)
At a glance
Format
Hardcover
Pages
32
Words
2,286
Reading age
8–12
Audience
Juvenile Reader
Lexile
1050L
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Book details

Reading levels
ATOS
5.5
F&P level
~Y
AR points
0.5
AR interest level
MG
AR quiz
59221
Publication
Published
October 9, 2001
Publisher
Knopf Books for Young Readers
Edition
Language
English
Type
Chapter Book
Identifiers
ISBN
9780375811135
LCCN
00065504
OCLC
45375167

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