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Description
The book is about an orchestra conductor named Arturo who believes he cannot perform without his special baton. When his baton goes missing, he must discover that his musical talent, not the baton itself, is what makes him a great conductor. The story features full-color illustrations and is written for children in grades K-3.
Quick Summary
A famous conductor learns that real magic comes from within as he frantically searches for his beloved baton and discovers his talent was never in the little stick. Young readers will giggle at the silly search and root for the conductor to realize his real power lies in his hands and heart, not his baton. If your child enjoys the gentle humor and life lessons in books like "The Dot" or "Pete the Cat" books, they'll adore this musical tale about believing in yourself. Perfect for kindergarten through second graders, this 396-word reader at level 2.3 delivers big inspiration for early readers.