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Pigeon Hero!

Ready-to-Read Level 2

Illustrated by Doris Ettlinger

About The Book

In a town in Italy during World War II the people have surrendered without firing a shot. But American warplanes are due to arrive, and the radio's broken, so no one can tell them to call off the attack! G. I. Joe, a carrier pigeon, is the only one who can take the message to the Americans. Will he make it in time and save the town?

About The Author

Shirley Raye Redmond is the author of several “sweet” romance novels and dozens of children's books.

About The Illustrator

Product Details

  • Publisher: Simon Spotlight (November 1, 2003)
  • Length: 32 pages
  • ISBN13: 9780689854866
  • Grades: K - 2
  • Ages: 5 - 7
  • Lexile ® 490L The Lexile reading levels have been certified by the Lexile developer, MetaMetrics®

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Awards and Honors

  • Oppenheim Toy Portfolio Gold Award

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