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Description
"The Honest-to-Goodness Story of Raggedy Andy" is a picture book that recounts the historical origin of the Raggedy Andy character, describing how his creator, Johnny Gruelle, invented the rag doll to entertain his own children. The story provides family and cultural context from the early twentieth century, including the dolls' patenting and rise in popularity. With a simple narrative and illustrations, the book is aimed at early readers in kindergarten through third grade and has a reading level of 2.7.
Quick Summary
Raggedy Andy bursts onto the scene as the perfect mischievous brother every doll family needs, bringing fresh energy and hilarity to the beloved Raggedy Ann world. Kids will laugh out loud at his silly tricks and feel all warm and fuzzy as he discovers what it truly means to belong. If your kid loves the timeless Raggedy Ann tales or enjoys heartwarming toy stories like "The Little Fur Family," they'll instantly adoor this fun companion book. Ideal for kindergarten through third graders, this short and sweet read is perfect for bedtime or a quick classroom storytime.