Edwina the Emu
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Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 1997

Edwina the Emu

By Sheena Knowles, Rod Clement (Illustrator)

Book #2 in the Edward the Emu series

Expecting ten emus, Edwina tries various jobs to support her growing family.

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Edwina Emu faces a delightful dilemma: she's expecting ten little emus! To support her expanding brood, she embarks on a series of quirky jobs, from chimney sweeping to ballet dancing. As Edwina juggles her new roles, hilarity ensues, offering a heartwarming tale of family and perseverance. Will she find the perfect job to support her family, or will the chaos of ten emus prove too much? This charming sequel to Edward the Emu promises laughter and empathy for readers of all ages.

From the publisher

TEN little emus?! You’ve got to be kidding!When Edward and Edwina Emu find themselves expecting ten little emus, Edwina tries her feathers at a variety of jobs to support the growing family, from chimney sweep to ballet dancer. Rhythmic, rhyming verse by Sheena Knowles and hilarious illustrations by Rod Clement make this an entertaining picture book that’s perfect for reading aloud. This sequel to the popular Edward the Emu is an excellent choice to share in the classroom or at home–both adults and kids will laugh at and sympathize with the Emu family.

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Format
Paperback
Pages
32
Reading age
4–8
Audience
Picture
Themes & topics
Books about birdsBooks about jobs and careersBooks about parents
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Publication
Published
April 25, 1997
First published
January 1, 1997
Publisher
HarperCollins
Edition
Language
English
Type
Picture Book
Identifiers
ISBN
9780064434836

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