Elbert's Bad Word
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$759
Picture Book · Ages 4–7 · 1988 · Est. 5 min read-aloud

Elbert's Bad Word

Written and illustrated by Audrey Wood · Illustrated by Don Wood

A child utters a bad word, sparking a quest for a clever solution.

4.6/7 Bookroo experts·4.2/5 Goodreads · 637 ratings
32 pages· 557 words· Est. 5 min read-aloud· 740L
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Bookroo's summary

Elbert shocks a garden party with a bad word, prompting a quest for a remedy. Guided by a whimsical wizard, he discovers creative alternatives. Can Elbert find a way to express himself without causing chaos? Dive into a humorous tale of language and transformation, where every word counts.

From the publisher

With humor and insight, Audrey Wood tells a tale certain to tickle anyone shocked to hear a child utter a bad word; and Elbert’s cure provides an ingenious solution. The vivid, hilarious illustrations rendered by Audrey and Don Wood together offer fans a new dimension to their previous collaborations.

At a glance
Format
Pages
32
Words
557
Reading age
4–7
Audience
Picture
Lexile
740L
Themes & topics
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Book details

Reading levels
ATOS
3.6
F&P level
~R
Scholastic level
M
AR points
0.5
AR interest level
LG
AR quiz
51660
Publication
Published
October 4, 1996
First published
September 10, 1988
Publisher
Clarion Books
Edition
Language
English
Type
Picture Book
Identifiers
ISBN
9780152013677
LCCN
86007557
OCLC
13396918

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