Bernardi lives with his grandfather, Babu, who supports them by making toys. Bernardi wishes he could go to school, but they cant afford it. When a tourist offers a handsome price for the music box Babu gave him as a present, Bernardi regretfully sells it, giving the money to Babu. Babu uses the money to pay for his grandsons school, and he starts working on a new music box. The books sensitive text and endearing illustrations capture the tender relationship between a child and his grandfather. Stephanie StuveBodsen is an awardwinning author.
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1,149 words32 pagesLexile AD600LGrade 1 to 3Age 6-8
Published 2003
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9781584300588
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