Growing an Artist: The Story of a Landscaper and His Son
by John Parra • Related Edition: Spanish-Language
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Year Published 2022
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- Lexile Level: 620L
- ATOS Reading Level: Currently Not Available
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Complete Video Reading narrated by John Parra
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Awards & Distinctions 6

Américas Award, 1993-2024
Winner, 2023

CCBC Choices
Selection, 2023

Notable Social Studies Trade Books for Young People, 2015-2025
History, Life, Culture in the Americas Selection, 2023
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