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The Indian in the Cupboard
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The Indian in the Cupboard
by Lynne Reid BanksA nine-year-old receives a plastic Indian, a cupboard, and a little key for his birthday. When the Indian comes to life, he finds himself in an amazing adventure.
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The Indian in the Cupboard
Author: Lynne Reid Banks
Illustrator: Brock Cole
Series: Indian in the Cupboard (Book #1)
Interest Level:
3-5
Lexile Framework:
780L
Grade Level Equivalent:
5.9
Guided Reading Level:
R
Age:
8-12
Genre:
Adventure, Series, Fantasy
Subject:
Native American, Equality, Fairness, Justice, Friends and Friendship, Magic and Supernatural
When Omri's big brother has no birthday present for him, he gives Omri an old wooden medicine cabinet he's found. The cabinet doesn't seem like much of a present to nine-year-old Omri, until he deposits inside it another present he receives for his birthday: a miniature plastic Indian. His mother comes up with a key for the cabinet, and the real magic begins. When Omri turns the key once, the Indian, named Little Bear, comes alive; but turn the key a second time and it's an ordinary plastic Indian again.
Author Lynne Reid Banks effectively blends the common elements of everyday life with utterly believable fantasy. The first book in this best-selling series enchants readers, while at the same time, reminding them of the responsibilities that accompany friendship and love. Omri's heart-wrenching decision to send his Indian back to its own world, bring up issues of separation for both parents and children alike.
