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The Story of Ferdinand

The Story of Ferdinand

Leaf Munro
Robert Lawson
Published in
1936
4.37
on Goodreads (92,966)
Bloom
Spain
Unicorn
War And Conflict

Description

The Story of Ferdinand is a tale about a gentle bull named Ferdinand who would rather smell flowers than fight in bullfights. Ferdinand’s peaceful tendencies become a point of contention when he is selected to participate in a bullfighting event, causing much chaos and hilarity.
Age
2-6
Text complexity
proficient
Length
72 pages

Why to read

  • The book promotes themes of peace and individuality
  • It introduces children to a different culture (Spanish bullfighting)
  • the illustrations are engaging and timeless
  • It offers an important lesson about respecting others' choices