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Picture Book · Ages 0–3 · 1997 · Est. 2 min read-aloud
Worksong
Written by Gary Paulsen · Illustrated by Ruth Paulsen
Discover the quiet grace in everyday work through poetic verse and vivid art.
3.7/5 Goodreads · 91 ratings
32 pages· 177 words· Est. 2 min read-aloud
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Bookroo's summary
Explore the beauty and dignity of everyday work through lyrical verse and rich illustrations. This book celebrates the unsung heroes who perform essential tasks with quiet grace, offering a heartfelt tribute to the satisfaction of a job well done. Dive into a world where each page reveals the profound impact of ordinary people and their extraordinary contributions.
From the publisher
People at work, doing things that are so essential to us all, are lyrically depicted in Gary Paulsen’s spare and elegant verse and Ruth Wright Paulsen’s richly textured oil paintings. This talented pair celebrates the work ethic with sensitivity and dignity–and reminds us of the quiet grace inherent in everyday lives. “The soft colors, spare text, and overall design of the book provide a song of praise to the unsung heroes in every child’s world and to the simple satisfaction of a job well done.”–School Library Journal
At a glance
- Format
- Hardcover
- Pages
- 32
- Words
- 177
- Reading age
- 0–3
- Audience
- Picture
- Lexile
- 460L
Themes & topics
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The fine print
Book details
Reading levels
- ATOS
- 3.1
- F&P level
- ~M
- AR points
- 0.5
- AR interest level
- LG
- AR quiz
- 35675
Publication
- Published
- March 1, 1997
- Publisher
- HMH Books for Young Readers
Edition
- Language
- English
- Type
- Picture Book
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