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Hornbooks and Inkwells


School year: Year 1, Year 2, Year 3

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No. of pages 32

Published: 2011

Great for age 5-10 years

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"Hornbooks and Inkwells" by Verla Kay is a captivating children's story set in a time when schooling was a privilege. It follows a young girl who longs to learn and be educated despite the obstacles she faces. The tale paints a vivid picture of a one-room schoolhouse, where she cherishes the company of her teacher and fellow students. Through her determination and love for learning, the girl embarks on a journey that celebrates education, resilience, and the joy of discovery. The narrative is complemented by beautiful illustrations, bringing to life the spirit of learning in a bygone era. [Generated by language model - please report any problems].

 

This book is the winner of numerous awards

This book is aimed at children in preschool-3rd grade.

This book has been graded for interest at 4-8 years.

There are 32 pages in this book. This book was published in 2011 by G. P. Putnam's Sons Books for Young Readers .

S. D. Schindler is the popular and versatile illustrator of many books for children, including Big Pumpkin and the ALA Notable Book Don't Fidget a Feather, both by Erica Silverman, How Santa Got His Job by Stephen Krensky, and Johnny Appleseed by Rosemary and Stephen Vincent Benet. He lives in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.

 

This book has been nominated for the following award:

Kentucky Blue Grass Award - Grades K-2
This book was recognised in the Grades K-2 category by the Kentucky Blue Grass Award.