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The Apprentice Paperback – Illustrated, August 30, 1994

by Pilar Molina Llorente (Author), Juan Ramon Alonso (Illustrator), Robin Longshaw (Translator)
4.7 out of 5 stars 51 ratings
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In Renaissance Florence, thirteen-year-old apprentice Arduino's dreams of being a painter are challenged after he discovers the extreme measures the Maestro Cosimo di Forlç will take in the name of jealousy. Arduino faces a decision that could cost him his only chance to realize his life's dream.
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  1. Reading age
    10 - 14 years
  2. Print length
    112 pages
  3. Language
    English
  4. Grade level
    5 - Kindergarten
  5. Lexile measure
    730L
  6. Dimensions
    5.15 x 0.3 x 7.55 inches
  7. Publisher
    Square Fish
  8. Publication date
    August 30, 1994
  9. ISBN-10
    0374404321
  10. ISBN-13
    978-0374404321
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“Engrossing.” ―School Library Journal

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Pilar Molina Llorente is a translator and children's book author. In 2013 she received the Edebé Award for Children's and Young Adult Literature for Tesa. She is also the author of The Apprentice.

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  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Square Fish; Illustrated edition (August 30, 1994)
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • Paperback ‏ : ‎ 112 pages
  • ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 0374404321
  • ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-0374404321
  • Reading age ‏ : ‎ 10 - 14 years
  • Lexile measure ‏ : ‎ 730L
  • Grade level ‏ : ‎ 5 - Kindergarten
  • Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 2.31 pounds
  • Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 5.15 x 0.3 x 7.55 inches
  • Customer Reviews:
    4.7 out of 5 stars 51 ratings

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  • Amanda 1978
    5.0 out of 5 stars I read this aloud to my 5 and 7 year ...
    Reviewed in the United States on January 5, 2015
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    I read this aloud to my 5 and 7 year old and they would beg me to "go on to the next chapter" every time I tried to stop reading.
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  • BPS
    5.0 out of 5 stars Begging for more
    Reviewed in the United States on September 4, 2013
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    My kids (age 10 and 8) are always begging for "one more chapter." The book draws you into life during the renaissance for an apprentice. It also teaches about art. Very well done.
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  • hollie
    5.0 out of 5 stars Five Stars
    Reviewed in the United States on June 10, 2015
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    Bought this for one of our read alouds for homeschool. Cant wait until we read this one!
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  • LAS Reviewer
    4.0 out of 5 stars Great Reading
    Reviewed in the United States on December 7, 2020
    Arduino’s dream is finally within reach.

    Arduino comes from a family of very successful tailors. While Arduino’s father and brothers enjoy their work, Arduino dreams of taking a different path. He dreams of becoming a painter. Arduino comes from a happy home, and I love seeing healthy families represented in children and young adult books. Consequently, Arduino isn’t pursuing a dream of becoming an artist as a way to escape from home. He’s doing it because it is his passion. Despite his reluctance to disappoint his father, Arduino’s restlessness radiates off the pages. Arduino knows that becoming a painter will not be easy, but his heart is set on it. Even though his father disapproves, he arranges an apprenticeship for Arduino with Cosimo di Forli. Unfortunately, the apprenticeship is nothing like Arduino imagined.

    I felt so sorry for Arduino. Cosimo is always in a foul mood and doesn’t teach Arduino anything. Instead, Arduino’s time is consumed with doing menial tasks and chores. As if that weren’t bad enough, the food is terrible, and there isn’t even room for Arduino in the bedroom with the other apprentices. I admire Arduino for putting up with it all. He has a good heart and is truly dedicated to his dream of becoming a painter. Everything changes when Arduino discovers Cosimo has a terrible secret. Arduino has a tough decision to make. Will he reveal what Cosimo has done even if it means the end of his apprenticeship, or can he find a way to do what is right and hold on to his dream?

    The Apprentice is an intriguing and fast paced story. As I read with my children, they were so wrapped up in Arduino’s story that at the end of each chapter they would beg me to read more! In addition to being an engaging story, Ms. Llorente provides historical information concerning life and social customs during the Renaissance, life as an apprentice, and even a bit on the differences in the situations of men and women. All of this information is smoothly incorporated into the story so it doesn’t feel forced or slow the pacing of the story.

    I enjoyed reading The Apprentice. Arduino’s story is captivating, and the ending is absolutely wonderful! Fans of children’s historical fiction would do well to give this story a try.

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    5.0 out of 5 stars Five Stars
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    Excellent
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  • MontanaLove
    5.0 out of 5 stars Great book!
    Reviewed in the United States on January 17, 2020
    We read this aloud (10 & 12 year olds) after hearing this was a good book. My children and I all thoroughly enjoyed it, and they wanted to read more then we could each day! It has a feel for the ways of the time (the Renaissance) and has plenty of suspense as well as a wonderful ending!
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  • D. Sparks
    5.0 out of 5 stars A page-turner!
    Reviewed in the United States on May 6, 2017
    We read this as part of our homeschool curriculum. My son begged for one more chapter every night! This was definitely one of our favs for the year. A page-turner!
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    5.0 out of 5 stars
    A page-turner!

    Reviewed in the United States on May 6, 2017
    We read this as part of our homeschool curriculum. My son begged for one more chapter every night! This was definitely one of our favs for the year. A page-turner!
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  • FantasyGirl
    5.0 out of 5 stars Simple But Charming Story
    Reviewed in the United States on March 4, 2015
    The Apprentice is a simple but charming story of a young boy’s dream to become a painter in Renaissance Italy. In order to achieve his dream, young Arduino must overcome challenges that test his courage, loyalty, and passion for painting. Throughout the story, the reader learns about the social customs and statuses during that time period among men and women, which make this story not only an entertaining read but also a possible book for an art history classroom. The illustrations add to the story, making it an overall delightful read.
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