William Furstenberg
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Wizard of Oz, The (Weekly Reader Books) door L. Frank; Retold by William Furstenberg; Baum
Weekly Reader Children's Book Club. Original by L. F. Baum, retold by William Furstenberg. Cover and Text Design by Jose R. Pacheco-Silva. Source: Book flap. Story of friendship and learning about your strengths.
My kids enjoyed this and it sparked lots of conversations throughout the reading. I never knew the ending was different than the one portrayed by Judy Garland -- and I like this one better. I will definitely pick up more of Baum's Oz books.
Having gotten caught up in a cyclone, Dorothy's house whirls her away to the Land of Oz. Here she makes friends with a Scarecrow, a Tin Woodman, and a Cowardly Lion who are all missing something in their life. The group of newly met friends have many adventures as they travel to the Emerald City to see the wizard who they hope will grant all their wishes.
It is fun to read this book as an adult after having seen the movie numerous times. The story is generally the same, but is a bit more violent. Although the story line is very interesting, I found the language rather unexciting. Concept/classroom connection: Read the book and compare/contrast it to the well-loved film.… (meer)
It is fun to read this book as an adult after having seen the movie numerous times. The story is generally the same, but is a bit more violent. Although the story line is very interesting, I found the language rather unexciting. Concept/classroom connection: Read the book and compare/contrast it to the well-loved film.… (meer)
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