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The Gardener of Alcatraz: A True Story

The Gardener of Alcatraz: A True Story

Author: , Illustrator: Jenn Ely

A prisoner gardens his way to freedom in this inspiring picture-book biography. When Elliott Michener was locked away in Alcatraz for counterfeiting, he was determined to defy the odds and bust...
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Ages: 8-10
Read time: 5-20 mins
AR LEVEL: 3.6
LEXILE©: 630L
Ages: 8-10
Read time: 5-20 mins

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