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Picture Book · Ages 4–6 · 2011 · Est. 3 min read-aloud
A Monster Is Coming!
By David L. Harrison, Hans Wilhelm (Illustrator)
A misunderstood conversation spirals into a hilarious rumor among forest friends.
3.9/5 Goodreads · 211 ratings
32 pages· 323 words· Est. 3 min read-aloud
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Bookroo's summary
Inchworm overhears a chat between Mama Bug and her baby, sparking a chain reaction of miscommunication. As Toad, Rabbit, Mouse, and Fox spread the tale, a simple misunderstanding grows into a wildly funny rumor. Can they unravel the truth before it gets out of hand? Perfect for young readers, this story offers a delightful twist on a classic theme.
From the publisher
“Beginning readers who crave suspense will be drawn to this gentle spin on the ‘Chicken Little’ motif.”–Kirkus Reviews When Inchworm misunderstands a conversation between Mama Bug and her baby, he warns Toad who tells Rabbit. Rabbit tips off Mouse who alerts Fox. Before long they’ve concocted a monster of a rumor that is flat-out funny! This Step 2 story has basic vocabulary and short sentences. It is perfect for emergent readers.
At a glance
- Format
- Paperback
- Pages
- 32
- Words
- 323
- Reading age
- 4–6
- Audience
- Early Reader
- Lexile
- 440L
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The fine print
Book details
Reading levels
- ATOS
- 1.8
- F&P level
- ~L
- AR points
- 0.5
- AR interest level
- LG
- AR quiz
- 142780
Publication
- Published
- February 22, 2011
- First published
- February 8, 2011
- Publisher
- Random House Books for Young Readers
Edition
- Language
- English
- Type
- Picture Book
Identifiers
- ISBN
- 9780375866777
- LCCN
- 2010014513
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