Dandelion
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Board Book · Ages 2–5 · 1964

Dandelion

By Don Freeman

A party invitation leads to a lesson in authenticity.

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Dandelion receives a fancy party invitation and decides to dress up extravagantly. However, upon arrival, his friends don't recognize him. As he navigates this unexpected twist, Dandelion discovers the value of staying true to himself. Will he find acceptance by being authentic, or will his efforts to impress backfire? Join Dandelion on this delightful journey of self-discovery and learn the importance of embracing who you truly are.

From the publisher

From the creator of the beloved Corduroy, here is a charming story about being yourself When Dandelion gets an invitation to a party, he’s excited. The invitation is extra fancy, so Dandelion decides to get himself all dressed up. But when he gets to the party, no one recognizes him! Fortunately, it all works out in the end, and Dandelion learns an important lesson about being true to who you are.

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Format
Paperback
Pages
48
Reading age
2–5
Audience
Picture
Lexile
AD500L
Themes & topics
Books about lionsBooks about self-esteemBooks about social themesBooks about self-esteem and self-relianceBooks about big cats (lions, tigers, leopard, etc.)
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Book details

Reading levels
ATOS
3.7
F&P level
~N
AR points
0.5
AR interest level
LG
AR quiz
7554
Publication
Published
June 30, 1977
First published
September 4, 1964
Publisher
Puffin Books
Edition
Language
English
Type
Board Book
Identifiers
ISBN
9780140502183

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