A Hole Is to Dig
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Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 1952 · Est. 4 min read-aloud

A Hole Is to Dig

Written by Ruth Krauss · Illustrated by Maurice Sendak

Explore the whimsical world of holes and their surprising uses.

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48 pages· 475 words· Est. 4 min read-aloud· ~260L
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Bookroo's summary

Dive into a playful exploration of holes, where each definition offers a new twist. From unexpected falls to cozy mouse homes, discover the humor in everyday voids. What else could a hole be?

From the publisher

What is a hole?

A hole is when you step in it

you go down

A hole is

for a mouse

to live in.

And, of course,a hole is to dig.

This is the funniest book

of definitions you’ll ever read!

At a glance
Format
Paperback
Pages
48
Words
475
Reading age
4–8
Audience
Picture
Lexile
~260L
Themes & topics
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Book details

Reading levels
ATOS
2.1
F&P level
~I
AR points
0.5
AR interest level
LG
AR quiz
43238
Publication
Published
September 7, 1989
First published
June 1, 1952
Publisher
Harpercoll
Edition
Language
English
Type
Picture Book
Identifiers
ISBN
9780064432054

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