Clifford, the Small Red Puppy
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Picture Book · Ages 2–3 · 1972 · Est. 4 min read-aloud

Clifford, the Small Red Puppy

Written and illustrated by Norman Bridwell

Part of the Clifford series

A tiny puppy's growth spirals out of control, threatening his place in the city.

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32 pages· 508 words· Est. 4 min read-aloud· 330L
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Bookroo's summary

Emily Elizabeth's tiny red puppy, Clifford, starts growing uncontrollably after a simple wish. As Clifford becomes too large for city life, Emily faces the heart-wrenching possibility of losing her beloved pet. Can they find a way to stay together despite Clifford's enormous size? Discover the heartwarming tale of friendship and unexpected challenges.

From the publisher

How did Clifford become such a big red dog? When Emily Elizabeth brings home her puppy, he’s too small for everything. Then, with one simple wish, Clifford begins to grow and grow-and grow!-until he is too big to live in the city. Will Emily Elizabeth have to give up Clifford for good?

At a glance
Format
Pages
32
Words
508
Reading age
2–3
Audience
Picture
Lexile
330L
Themes & topics
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The fine print

Book details

Reading levels
ATOS
2.1
F&P level
~J
AR points
0.5
AR interest level
LG
AR quiz
14611
Publication
Published
January 1, 1972
Publisher
Scholastic Inc.
Edition
Language
English
Type
Picture Book
Identifiers
ISBN
9780590442947
LCCN
86102123
OCLC
37023340

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