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Picture Book · Ages 2–5 · 2014 · Est. 1 min read-aloud
Crabby Crab
Part of the Thingy Things series
Crabby Crab's grumpiness hides a surprising truth about being loved as you are.
3.3/5 Goodreads · 278 ratings
24 pages· 48 words· Est. 1 min read-aloud
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Bookroo's summary
Crabby Crab is in a foul mood, grumbling about his appearance and movements. But beneath his complaints lies a heartwarming revelation: he's cherished just as he is. Will Crabby's grumpiness give way to acceptance and joy? Dive into this humorous tale that captures the essence of feeling grumpy and the comfort of unconditional love. Young readers will delight in Crabby's journey from discontent to discovery, finding humor and warmth in every page. Can Crabby learn to embrace himself, or will his grumpiness prevail?
From the publisher
Theme: Feeling Grumpy. Crabby Crab is not in a good mood. No, Crabby Crab would rather complain than do anything else! Young readers will be drawn in by this humorous look into an all-too-familiar situation, and be comforted in the end. Chris Raschka’s expert balance of visual and textual humor will charm even the grumpiest of readers! Praise for Crabby CrabSTARRED REVIEWThank you, Chris Raschka, for reviving this sublimely ridiculous series. Chrissy Chris!–Kirkus Reviews, starred review Cleverly explore the sense and sensibilities of toddlerhood. They also feature the author/illustrator’s trademark charm and quirky sense of humor.–School Library Journal Buggy BugClammy ClamCowy CowCrabby CrabDoggy DogLamby LambMoosey MooseWhaley Whale
At a glance
- Format
- Hardcover
- Pages
- 24
- Words
- 48
- Reading age
- 2–5
- Audience
- Picture
- Lexile
- ~202L
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The fine print
Book details
Reading levels
- ATOS
- 1.8
- F&P level
- ~G
- AR points
- 0.5
- AR interest level
- LG
- AR quiz
- 175783
Publication
- Published
- April 8, 2014
- First published
- January 1, 2014
- Publisher
- Harry N. Abrams
Edition
- Language
- English
- Type
- Picture Book
Identifiers
- ISBN
- 9781419710568
- LCCN
- 2013017138
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