The Amazing Bone facts for kids
| Author | William Steig |
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| Publisher | Farrar, Straus, Giroux, |
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Publication date
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1976 |
| Pages | 32 |
| Awards | Caldecott Honor, |
| ISBN | 9780374302481 |
| OCLC | 973578476 |
The Amazing Bone is a fun picture book written by William Steig in 1976. This book has 32 pages and tells an exciting story. It was recognized with the Caldecott Honor Award in 1977. This award is a special prize given to the best American picture books for children.
This book was one of the first by William Steig to have a girl as the main character. It's a charming tale about adventure and friendship.
Contents
What is The Amazing Bone About?
The story follows a character named Pearl, who is a pig. One day, as Pearl is walking home from school, she finds something truly special. She discovers a magic talking bone!
The Magic Bone's Special Powers
This isn't just any bone. It has amazing powers! The bone can copy any sound it hears. It can also speak in many different languages. For example, it speaks Spanish, Polish, and German to Pearl. Pearl decides to take this incredible bone with her.
Pearl's Adventures and Challenges
On their way home, Pearl and the magic bone have several exciting adventures. They meet a hungry fox who wants to eat Pearl for dinner! The bone's special abilities help them get out of tricky situations. The story shows how quick thinking and a little magic can save the day.
The Amazing Bone on Screen and Stage
The Amazing Bone has been popular enough to be adapted into other forms of entertainment. This means the story has been brought to life in different ways for more people to enjoy.
Animated Film Adaptation
In the mid-1980s, a short animated film was made based on the book. This film brought Pearl's adventures to life on screen. The famous actor John Lithgow was the narrator for the film. He also lent his voice to another movie based on a William Steig book, Shrek.
Children's Musical Production
The story was also turned into a children's musical! This musical was first performed at the Lifeline Theatre in Chicago, Illinois, in 1996. Eric Lane Barnes adapted the book for the stage. Later, in 2010, the musical was also performed at the Morgan-Wixson Theatre in Santa Monica, California.
