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Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2005 · Est. 10 min read-aloud
Zen Shorts
Written & illustrated by Jon J Muth
Part of the Stillwater and Friends series
A panda's tales challenge three siblings' views on life and values.
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40 pages· 1,208 words· Est. 10 min read-aloud
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Bookroo's summary
When a giant panda named Stillwater moves into the neighborhood, three siblings are drawn into his world of enchanting stories. Addy learns about the true worth of material goods, Michael explores the thin line between good and bad, and Karl discovers the art of letting go of frustration. Through these ancient Zen tales, Stillwater opens their eyes to new perspectives, leaving them—and readers—enlightened and inspired. What wisdom will they uncover in their journey with this extraordinary bear?
From the publisher
“Michael,” said Karl. “There’s a really big bear in the backyard.” This is how three children meet Stillwater, a giant panda who moves into the neighborhood and tells amazing tales. To Addy he tells a story about the value of material goods. To Michael he pushes the boundaries of good and bad. And to Karl he demonstrates what it means to hold on to frustration. With graceful art and simple stories that are filled with love and enlightenment, Jon Muth – and Stillwater the bear – present three ancient Zen tales that are sure to strike a chord in everyone they touch.
At a glance
- Format
- Hardcover
- Pages
- 40
- Words
- 1,208
- Reading age
- 4–8
- Audience
- Picture
- Lexile
- 540L
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The fine print
Book details
Reading levels
- ATOS
- ~3.6
- F&P level
- ~N
Publication
- Published
- March 1, 2005
- First published
- January 1, 2005
- Publisher
- Scholastic Press
Edition
- Language
- English
- Type
- Picture Book
Identifiers
- ISBN
- 9780439339117
- LCCN
- 2003020471
- OCLC
- 815766436
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