| Hans Brinker, Or, the Silver Skates Contributor(s): Dodge, Mary Mapes (Author), Lauber, Patricia (Foreword by) |
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ISBN: 0689849095 ISBN-13: 9780689849091 Publisher: Aladdin Paperbacks OUR PRICE: $17.05 Product Type: Paperback - Other Formats Published: February 2002 Annotation: This inspiring classic tells the story of a young Dutch boy, living with his parents and sister, struggling through untold hardships. It is Hans's courage and strength of character that make this a story beloved by generations of readers. |
| Additional Information |
| BISAC Categories: - Juvenile Fiction | Classics - Juvenile Fiction | Sports & Recreation - Winter Sports - Juvenile Fiction | Social Themes - Values & Virtues |
| Dewey: FIC |
| LCCN: 2001092790 |
| Lexile Measure: 960 |
| Series: Aladdin Classics |
| Physical Information: 1" H x 5" W x 8" (0.95 lbs) 404 pages |
| Themes: - Chronological Period - 19th Century - Cultural Region - Western Europe |
| Accelerated Reader Info |
| Quiz #: 508 Reading Level: 8.2 Interest Level: Middle Grades Point Value: 14.0 |
| Descriptions, Reviews, Etc. |
| Publisher Description: Hans Brinker or The Silver Skates was published in 1865 and received more reviews than any other children's book that year. Today it continues to delight countless readers with its story of a virtuous family who inspires us all to have the courage to pursue our dreams. |
Contributor Bio(s): Lauber, Patricia: - Patricia Lauber is the author of the Around-the-House series and more than 125 other books for young people. Her Volcano: The Eruption and Healing of St. Helens was a Newbery Honor Book. She lives with her husband and two cats, Beemer and MeToo, in New Canaan, Connecticut. |