Albert's Impossible Toothache

Written by Barbara Williams · Illustrated by Doug Cushman

A young turtle's toothache is dismissed until someone finally listens.

3.8 Goodreads · 104 ratings

40 pages· 717 words· Est. 6 min read-aloud· 510L

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Bookroo's summary

Albert Turtle insists he has a toothache, but his family dismisses his claim. As he refuses to leave his bed, his mother grows concerned. Can his grandmother uncover the truth and help Albert? Discover a tale of miscommunication and understanding, where a wise grandmother might hold the key to solving the mystery of Albert's toothache. Will Albert finally be heard, or will his pain remain a mystery?

From the publisher

Parents and children alike will see themselves in this endearing tale of a small turtle’s struggle to be believed and understood - lovingly reintroduced for a new generation of readers. When little Albert Turtle complains that he has a toothache, his father assures him that that’s impossible and points to his own toothless mouth. But Albert won’t get out of bed, and Mother Turtle begins to worry. Will Albert’s toothache ever go away? Even more important, will anyone ever believe him? First published thirty years ago, Barbara Williams’s familiar tale of miscommunication - and a wise grandmother who gets it right - is wonderfully animated by Doug Cushman’s colorful, humorously detailed illustrations.

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