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When a farmer dies, the decades-old feud between his son, Bones, and Fat, a fairy who lives in a tree on the farm, escalates, with surprising consequences for Bones's mother and the farm animals.
Quick Summary
Fat & Bones follows Bones, the son of a farmer, as he continues a decades-old feud with Fat, a fairy living in a tree on the farm, which escalates after the father's death and leads to surprising consequences for Bones's mother and the farm animals. The book explores themes of family conflict, reconciliation, and the unexpected consequences of long-standing grudges through a blend of fantasy and rural farm life. If your kid likes "Because of Winn-Dixie" by Kate DiCamillo, they'll love this book for its similar blend of heartfelt emotion and quirky characters dealing with loss. With an AR Level of 4.7 and 2.0 points, this 12,252-word collection is perfect for 4th-5th graders who enjoy stories about unusual friendships and magical realism.