Abridged by Tania Zamorsky

Illustrated by Karl James Mountford

On Sale: Feb 4, 2025
Page Count: 160 pages
Publisher: Union Square Kids
ISBN-13: 9781454964049
Age Range: 7–9

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The classic tale of the puppet who wants to become real, adapted for young readers.

Mischievous, lazy, and full of tricks, the puppet Pinocchio causes trouble for his creator, Geppetto, almost as soon as he comes to life. Yet, more than anything, this naughty and playful creature wants to become a real boy.

To make his dreams come true, he must prove himself worthy. Come along on Pinocchio’s amazing journey as he learns—the hard way—what it means to be honest, kind, and, above all, human.

The Classic Starts® series has sold more than 8 million copies since it launched in 2004. These abridged, kid-friendly editions are the perfect way to introduce beloved stories to the next generation. Each book includes discussion questions by Arthur Pober, EdD.

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Classic Starts®

Carlo Collodi (1826–1890), whose real name was Carlo Lorenzini, was born in Florence, Italy. Collodi began his career as a journalist writing about politics. Later in his life, he became a writer of children’s literature. The Adventures of Pinocchio was published in a weekly children’s magazine beginning in 1881. Since then, the story has been translated into more than 250 languages around the world.