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Brave Irene Paperback – January 1, 1988

by William Steig (Author)

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Plucky Irene, a dressmaker's daughter, braves a fierce snowstorm to deliver a new gown to the duchess in time for the ball.

Reading age

3 - 8 years, from customers
Print length

32 pages
Language

English
Grade level

Preschool - 2
Lexile measure

AD630L
Dimensions

8.25 x 0.25 x 10.25 inches
Publisher

Farrar Straus & Giroux
Publication date

January 1, 1988
ISBN-10

0374409277
ISBN-13

978-0374409272
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When her mother, a dressmaker, falls ill, indomitable Irene fights a raging snowstorm to deliver a dress in time for the duchess's ball. A Michael di Capua Book. Ages 3-up.
Copyright 1988 Reed Business Information, Inc.

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"Despite a raging snowstorm, Irene, a dressmaker's daughter, offers to deliver the duchess's newly finished ball gown...With sure writing and well-composed, riveting art, Steig keeps readers with Irene every step of the long way."--Starred, Booklist

"One of Steig's simplest stories [and] one of his best, a tale that has the force of a legend."--Bulletin of the Center for Children's Books

"William Steig's Brave Irene has the timeless quality of a classic fairy tale."--Publishers Weekly
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Product details

Publisher ‏ : ‎ Farrar Straus & Giroux (January 1, 1988)
Language ‏ : ‎ English
Paperback ‏ : ‎ 32 pages
ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 0374409277
ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-0374409272
Reading age ‏ : ‎ 3 - 8 years, from customers
Lexile measure ‏ : ‎ AD630L
Grade level ‏ : ‎ Preschool - 2
Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 4 ounces
Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 8.25 x 0.25 x 10.25 inches

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William Steig

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William Steig (1907–2003) published his first children’s book, Roland the Minstrel Pig, in 1968, and received the Caldecott Medal for Sylvester and the Magic Pebble (978-1416902065) in 1970. His works also include The Amazing Bone, a Caldecott Honor Book, and Abel’s Island and Doctor De Soto, both Newbery Honor Books. His most recent books published by Farrar, Straus and Giroux are Shrek! (released by DreamWorks as a major motion picture) and Wizzil, illustrated by Quentin Blake. School Library Journal named Shrek! a Best Book of 1990 and said of it, "Steig's inimitable wit and artistic dash have never been sharper or more expertly blended."

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Heavenly9918

I have loved this book since I was little!

Reviewed in the United States on December 7, 2021

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I love this story! I enjoyed it as a child and I love that I can share it with my daughters. It's such an empowering story about a little girl that overcomes many obstacles to help her mother.

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Alicia

Love this book

Reviewed in the United States on September 18, 2022

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Reminds me of my childhood

Reviewed in the United States on August 5, 2016

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This is a tried and true story; and is a great read aloud to children in the early primary grades. I consider it to be an enduring story akin to a modern day fairy tale, and have enjoyed it for many years. This book was purchased for our three-year-old granddaughter in England. We wondered if she was a little too young to appreciate the tale, but she asked to have it read over and over again. It was a huge success. We only wish we could have been there. An excellent tale.

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Lucky

Excellent Book, Especially for this Time

Reviewed in the United States on June 9, 2020

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My daughter's teacher read this book to her students on the last day of class this year (Pandemic 2020). It was perfect, and showed that grit and perseverance only makes us stronger. After listening to it, I realized this was a "keeper" for our library.

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EmTheShop

“I want to be just like Irene!”

Reviewed in the United States on July 21, 2019

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Steig is one of the best story tellers of all time!!! Read this book to your children. The illustrations alone bring so much creativity and a chance for discussion with your children. Love this beautiful story!

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Fyedkka72

absolutely love this book

Reviewed in the United States on April 23, 2016

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absolutely love this book. I used it as mentor text! There is also a video on youtube incase you want to change it up a bit. Kids loved the video and I love having the book in hand to refer back to certain pages. It has a lot of great vocabulary to teach out of too! This is one of my favorite books!

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Good book but

Reviewed in the United States on September 2, 2020

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I liked the book but i think that the pictures could be better
So I gave it 4 because it also could of been more real.I liked it.

Reviewed in the United States on February 20, 2021

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Perfect! Honest! Kind! Fast Shipping! Great Packing! Highly Recommend!

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Sarah U.

Beautiful story

Reviewed in Mexico on October 1, 2018

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Beautiful book. A beautiful story line about overcoming adversity and seeing commitments through.

Liz

Very good condition - second hand book

Reviewed in the United Kingdom on November 18, 2018

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I enjoyed reading this story and it was good to illustrate the point I was trying to make about perseverance.

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Falak Randerian

One of the best children's book

Reviewed in India on January 26, 2017

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One of the best children's book. It's far away from fiction and fantasy, it's simple and yet touches your heart .... A beautiful story about the relationship a mum shares with her daughter.

Sol

Un bonito cuento

Reviewed in Spain on August 23, 2015

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Un cuento muy bonito, tanto por la historia como por la manera de estar ilustrado. Ideal para regresar a la infancia durante un rato (o disfrutar como un niño).

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Great for the classroom!

Reviewed in Canada on April 11, 2023

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This is a great book to read to a class when teaching about Narrative writing, especially character-problem-solution.

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