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    The Little Red Lighthouse and the Great Gray Bridge by Hildegarde H. Swift, Lynd Ward (Illustrator)

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    (Hardcover - Restored Edition)

    • Age Range: 5 to 8
    • Pub. Date: August 2002
    • 64pp
    • Sales Rank: 16,495

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      • Pub. Date: August 2002
      • Publisher: Houghton Mifflin Harcourt
      • Format: Hardcover, 64pp
      • Sales Rank: 16,495
      • Age Range: 5 to 8

      Synopsis

      The sixtieth anniversary edition of the classic story of a very, very proud lighthouse and its big brother, the George Washington Bridge

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      A little lighthouse on the Hudson River regains its pride when it finds out that it is still useful and has an important job to do.

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      In this well-loved story, newly printed with redone plates, a small red beacon, after being overshadowed by the George Washington Bridge, once again makes the Hudson River safe for boats trying to navigate its waters. Ages 3-7. (Apr.) Copyright 2003 Reed Business Information.

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      Biography

      HILDEGARDE H. SWIFT (1890-1977) wrote several books for children. Best known for The Railroad to Freedom, which was cited for a Newbery Honor, Ms. Swift spent her life recording the lives of heroic Americans. The Little Red Lighthouse and the Great Gray Bridge is her most popular picture book.

      LYND WARD (1905-1985) illustrated more than two hundred books for children and adults throughout his prolific career. Winner of the Caldecott Medal for his watercolors in The Biggest Bear, Mr. Ward was also famous for his wood engravings, which are featured in museum collections throughout the United States and abroad.

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      The Little Red Lighthouse and the Great Gray Bridgeby Anonymous

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      June 20, 2009: This is a charming, old but timeless story which will enthrall everyone. My grandson loves lighthouses and he can relate to the George Washington bridge since he travels on it often.

      I Also Recommend: The Giving Tree.

      MY FAVORITE CHILDREN'S BOOK!by JuliansNana

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      April 22, 2009: I grew up in the neighborhood near the Little Red Lighthouse and the Great Gray Bridge. I worked for The Port Authority of NY&NJ for over thirty years, the last twenty spend in the Engineering Department (which built the George Washington Bridge in 1932). The Lighthouse and Bridge have always held a special place in my heart. When the Lighthouse was being considered for Landmark Status by NYC, my boss sent out a memo from the Bridge wishing the Lighthouse Good Luck! I was so proud when the Lighthouse did receive that Status. I always give this book to new parents for their child. It is a wonderful story of how friends working together can accomplish anything!


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