Cover of the hearable edition of Marco's Camera Wish

Marco's Camera Wish

When Marco couldn't get the camera he dreamed of, he found a new way to capture the world through painting

  • Audio-only book • Pure listening, no pictures, no words

About this book

Marco's Camera Wish is an intermediate readers book for children ages 5 to 9. When Marco couldn't get the camera he dreamed of, he found a new way to capture the world through painting. This heartwarming story teaches children the power of creativity, and resilience, and how unexpected challenges can lead to discovering hidden talents and new passions.

Book details

Book typeHearable Book – Audio only. No pictures, no words on screen. Made for listening.
AuthorSmart Kidz Club
Ages7 to 9 years, also 5 to 7 years
GradeGrade 3
Reading levelLevel 3, Intermediate Readers
Length16 pages, 660 words
CategoriesStory Time
Interactive featuresNo activity
LanguageEnglish

Where you can listen to this book

Reading and Math app: listen to it here, audio-only, no pictures, no words.

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Read Along App: audio-only listening, no pictures, no words.

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This edition has no quiz or activity.

Why read Marco's Camera Wish with your child

Marco's Camera Wish is a story about the story. Reading it together gives your child a chance to enjoy the story and talk about what happens. Pause at the interesting parts and ask what your child thinks will happen next. The story is a good way to build vocabulary and a love of reading, one page at a time, and it gives you something to talk about long after the last page.

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Inside the book

Marco's Camera Wish is an audio-only book about the story. When Marco couldn't get the camera he dreamed of, he found a new way to capture the world through painting. There are no pictures and no words on screen, so children listen and imagine the story for themselves.

Children gain a love of listening and a stronger imagination. Listen together, and talk about what you heard afterwards. It is a calm way to enjoy a story, especially at bedtime.

From the book: “In a happy little town filled with bright houses and kind neighbors, there lived a boy named Marco.”

Frequently asked questions

What ages is this book for?

Ages 5 to 9 years, at Grade 3 and Level 3 (Intermediate Readers).

Is the book narrated?

Yes. It is a hearable book, so a natural human voice tells the story for pure listening. There are no pictures and no words on screen.

Which apps carry this book?

Both the Reading and Math app and the Read Along App.

How long is the book?

16 pages, 660 words

What will my child learn?

This book helps children learn about the story, and builds vocabulary and a love of reading.

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