| Super Grandpa [With CD] Second Edition, Edition Contributor(s): Schwartz, David (Author), Dodson, Bert (Illustrator) |
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ISBN: 1889910333 ISBN-13: 9781889910338 Publisher: Tortuga Press OUR PRICE: $17.06 Product Type: Hardcover Published: January 2005 Annotation: Ages 4 and up. Hardcover book w/ audio cd. A thrilling picture book based on the true story of Gustaf Hakannson's historic bike ride. In 1951, at age 66, Gustaf entered the Tour of Sweden--over the judges' objections--and, to the delight of his countrymen, finished first! Captivating for children and inspiring to seniors who refuse to "go home to their rocking chair." |
| Additional Information |
| BISAC Categories: - Juvenile Fiction | Boys & Men - Juvenile Fiction | Sports & Recreation - Cycling - Juvenile Fiction | Family - Multigenerational |
| Dewey: E |
| LCCN: 2004112935 |
| Lexile Measure: 600 |
| Physical Information: 0.36" H x 9.9" W x 8.48" (0.76 lbs) 32 pages |
| Accelerated Reader Info |
| Quiz #: 44228 Reading Level: 3.7 Interest Level: Middle Grades Point Value: 0.5 |
| Descriptions, Reviews, Etc. |
| Publisher Description: Gustaf Håkansson was sixty-six years old. In 1951, he was barred from joining the Tour of Sweden due to his age. He participated unofficially, riding his bicycle over 1,000 miles and, to the delight of his countrymen, finished first. Award-winning children's author David M. Schwartz calls him "Super Grandpa" and brings his historic bike ride to life. (Contains the author's narration on audio CD and FREE audio download) Schwartz's zesty narration, enhanced by sound effects and Swedish fiddle music, will captivate listeners ages 4 and up. Older audiences too will cherish this story of a figure who shattered stereotypes about the elderly, and inspired generations to pursue their dreams.
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