Boom!
Graphic Nov.
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$1398
Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2023 · Est. 2 min read-aloud

Boom!

Written by Paul Meisel

Part of the I Like to Read Comics series

A stormy night tests a dog's nerves and a cat's calm.

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40 pages· 137 words· Est. 2 min read-aloud· ~40L
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Bookroo's summary

In a stormy night, a panicked dog searches for the perfect hiding spot while a carefree cat plays with toys. Will the dog find peace amidst the chaos? This lively graphic novel, with its engaging art and humor, invites young readers on a whimsical adventure, perfect for those beginning to read independently.

From the publisher

BOOM! A funny story about a panicky dog, a nonchalant cat, and a loud thunderstorm. This early graphic novel from two-time Theodor Seuss Geisel Honoree Paul Meisel is perfect for first graders learning to read on their own. Dog and Cat are sleeping peacefully when-BOOM! A thunderstorm comes. While Cat is happy to spend the noisy night playing with toys, Dog frantically tries find the just the right hiding spot. Easy-to-read text and energetic, cartoon-style artwork make for an accessible story filled with personality and visual humor. The recipient of two Theodor Seuss Geisel Honor Books, Paul Mesiel brings young readers on a silly, nighttime adventure. Comics-lovers can now share the fun with their kids, students, siblings, and younger friends who are learning to read! I Like to Read(R) Comics are perfect for kids who are challenged by or unengaged in reading, kids who love art, and the growing number of young comics fans. Filled with eye-catching art, humor, and terrific stories these comics provide unique reading experiences for growing minds. I Like to Read(R) Comics, like their award-winning I Like to Read(R) counterpart, are created by celebrated artists and support reading comprehension to transform children into lifelong readers. We hope that all new readers will say, “I like to read comics!” A Junior Library Guild Gold Standard Selection

At a glance
Format
Hardcover
Pages
40
Words
137
Reading age
4–8
Audience
Picture
Lexile
~40L
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Book details

Reading levels
ATOS
0.8
F&P level
~B
AR points
0.5
AR interest level
LG
AR quiz
550839
Publication
Published
June 6, 2023
Publisher
Holiday House
Edition
Language
English
Type
Picture Book · Graphic novel
Identifiers
ISBN
9780823448579

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