Because a Little Bug Went Ka-CHOO!
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Picture Book · Ages 3–7 · 1975 · Est. 3 min read-aloud

Because a Little Bug Went Ka-CHOO!

Written by Rosetta Stone · Illustrated by Michael Frith

A bug's sneeze triggers chaos, toppling turtles and disrupting parades. What happens next?

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48 pages· 353 words· Est. 3 min read-aloud
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A tiny bug's sneeze unleashes chaos across town, setting off a chain reaction of mishaps. From a splashing turtle to a disrupted circus parade, each event spirals hilariously out of control. Can the town recover from this sneeze-induced mayhem? Discover the unexpected consequences in this whimsical tale that captures the magic of small actions leading to big adventures. Perfect for young readers, this story combines simple words with vibrant illustrations, inviting children to explore the joy of reading on their own. What will happen next in this topsy-turvy town?

From the publisher

Little things can have a big impact, as in this funny Beginner Book by Dr. Seuss (writing under the name Rosetta Stone) and Michael Frith. When a little bug sneezes, he unknowingly sets off a hilarious chain reaction that wreaks havoc clear across town. From a toppled turtle to a sinking ship to a disrupted circus parade, Because a Little Bug Went Ka-Choo! takes a hysterical look at consequences in a way that only Dr. Seuss can.

Originally created by Dr. Seuss, Beginner Books encourage children to read all by themselves, with simple words and illustrations that give clues to their meaning.

At a glance
Format
Hardcover
Pages
48
Words
353
Reading age
3–7
Audience
Early Reader
Lexile
460L
Themes & topics
Books about bugs and insectsBooks about causalityBooks about humorBooks about chain of events
What readers & critics say

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My three-year-old loves this book! Because the text rhymes and follows a pattern of action and consequences, it's easy for her to remember the words on each page--she likes to have me read the first half of each sentence, and then she completes the rest. It's silly, fun, colorful, and has a clear plot to it. It's a classic and a favorite in our house!

Lauren Hancock

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The fine print

Book details

Reading levels
ATOS
2.2
F&P level
~M
AR points
0.5
AR interest level
LG
AR quiz
65302
Publication
Published
January 1, 1975
First published
September 12, 1975
Edition
Language
English
Type
Picture Book
Identifiers
ISBN
9780394831305

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