Theodor Seuss Geisel Award · 2012

The 2012 Theodor Seuss Geisel Award

Tales for Very Picky Eaters won the 2012 Theodor Seuss Geisel Award. Browse it alongside all 3 honor books, with ages and reading levels for each.

2012 Theodor Seuss Geisel Award Winner
Tales for Very Picky Eaters
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Picture Book · Ages 6–9 · 2011

Tales for Very Picky Eaters

By Josh Schneider

A picky eater faces wild tales to try new foods.

Theodor Seuss Geisel Award (2012)
48 pages· 1,018 words· Est. 8 min read-aloud
3.9/5 Goodreads · 1,119 ratings
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Hardcover
Summary: James, a notoriously picky eater, is challenged by his dad's outrageous stories to try foods he detests. From pre-chewed gum to monstrous oatmeal, each tale is more bizarre than the last. Will James discover that some foods aren't so bad after all? Dive into this hilarious adventure of culinary courage and whimsical storytelling.
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Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2011

See Me Run

Pups find bones that form a dinosaur. Can they escape its wrath?

32 pages· 75 words· Est. 1 min read-aloud
3.5/5 Goodreads · 514 ratings
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Paperback
Summary: A playful mutt and his friends discover a pile of bones in the park. But when the bones transform into a grumpy dinosaur, their fun turns into a frantic escape. Will these mischievous pups outrun the prehistoric surprise? Dive into this lively adventure filled with humor and unexpected twists, perfect for young readers eager for excitement.
Picture Book · Ages 3–5 · 2011

I Broke My Trunk!

Gerald's trunk is broken. How did it happen?

64 pages· 265 words· Est. 3 min read-aloud
4.4/5 Goodreads · 6,865 ratings
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Hardcover
Summary: Gerald, the cautious elephant, has a broken trunk and a wild story to tell his carefree friend, Piggie. As he recounts the bizarre events leading to his mishap, Piggie wonders if she'll have her own crazy tale to share. Dive into this hilarious adventure where friendship and laughter go trunk-in-trunk. What unexpected twist awaits Piggie?
Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2011

I Want My Hat Back

By Jon Klassen · Book #1 in the The Hat Trilogy series

A rabbit's hat goes missing and they search for it, asking various animals for help.

40 pages· 253 words· Est. 2 min read-aloud
4.3/7 Bookroo·4.3/5 Goodreads · 36,748 ratings
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Hardcover
Summary: A bear's hat is missing, and he's determined to find it. As he politely questions each animal he meets, hope fades until a deer's simple query reignites his memory. With renewed vigor, the bear's search takes a surprising turn. This playful tale, told entirely through dialogue and clever illustrations, invites readers to join in the fun and uncover the truth behind the bear's missing hat.
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