Clarion Books, 1977-12-10

Mike Mulligan and His Steam Shovel (Anniversary)

Name: Mike Mulligan and His Steam Shovel (Anniversary)
Brand: GetBooks Import
SKU: 9780395259399
Price: 9.99 USD
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Virginia Lee Burton, Author

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SKU:9780395259399

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A modern classic that no child should miss. This is fun both in its text and gray crayon drawings. Mike Mulligan remains faithful to his steam shovel, Mary Anne, against the threat of the new gas and diesel-engine contraptions, and digs his way to a surprising and happy ending. —The New Yorker.

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A timeless celebration of dedication, ingenuity, and purposeful work. This classic honors loyalty and the value of perseverance, offering powerful themes wrapped in rhythmic storytelling and expressive illustrations.

Keywords and Themes: Achievement • Books & Libraries • Boys & Men • Business • Careers • Cars • City & Town Life • Classics • Dedication • Effort • Fairy Tales & Folklore • Friendship • General • Historical • Ingenuity • Juvenile Fiction • Lifestyles • Loyalty • Occupations • Perseverance • Problem-Solving • Purpose • Responsibility • Short Stories • Social Themes • Tradition • Transportation • Trucks & Buses

Book Details

Readability • 4.4

Age Range • 4-7

Pages • 48

Subjects • Steam shovels • Earthmoving machinery • Picture books for children

Publisher Summary

"In print now for almost forty years, the story of Mike Mulligan and his steam shovel is as fresh today as when it was published -- and it will speaks directly to children." -- from the jacket

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Mike Mulligan and His Steam Shovel (Anniversary)