"I Want to Be Free" by E.B. Lewis tells the story of a young boy who longs to experience the world beyond his confines. Through vibrant illustrations and evocative language, the narrative captures his deep desire for freedom and exploration. As he dreams of soaring above the trees and breaking away from boundaries, the story unfolds to reveal themes of hope, resilience, and self-discovery. The boy's journey symbolizes the universal yearning for independence and adventure, encouraging readers to embrace their dreams and the possibilities that lie ahead. [Generated by language model - please report any problems].

This book is part of a book series called I Want To Be .

This book is aimed at children at US 1st grade-3rd grade.

This book has been graded for interest at 6-8 years.

There are 32 pages in this book. This book was published in 2009 by G. P. Putnam's Sons Books for Young Readers .

Mr. Slate is Professor of Art Emeritus at Kenyon College in Gambier, Ohio, where he taught for 30 years. He now lives in Silver Spring, Maryland, with his wife, Patty. A Marine Air Corps veteran, he and his wife have set foot on all seven continents and traveled in 39 countries. They have lived in both Japan and Italy. Dianna Hutts Aston is the author of several picture books. She lives in Texas with her husband and two children. E. B. Lewis has illustrated more than 30 books and is a former winner of the Coretta Scott King Medal. He lives in New Jersey, USA.