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Picture Book · Ages 3–6 · 2010 · Est. 3 min read-aloud
Gary and Ray
By Sarah Adams (Illustrator)
A lonely gorilla finds unexpected friendship with a tiny sunbird.
3.4/5 Goodreads · 91 ratings
36 pages· 290 words· Est. 3 min read-aloud
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Bookroo's summary
In a jungle where everyone has a companion, Gary the gorilla is alone and feared. His only solace comes from Ray, a tiny sunbird who sees beyond Gary's fearsome exterior. As their friendship blossoms, Gary's longing for a family grows. When Ray suddenly disappears, Gary fears the worst. But Ray returns with a surprise that could change everything. Will Gary finally find the family he dreams of? Discover a heartwarming tale of friendship and hope in the most unexpected places.
From the publisher
Gary the gorilla is the only animal in the jungle who is lonely - all the other animals seem to have companions, and even the people of the village are frightened of him so stay well away. But one day a tiny sunbird thinks he looks so sad that he ventures to talk to him. Soon this unlikely pair are best of friends, so Gary is very upset when one day Ray doesn’t show up as usual. This delightful story of friendships is vividly written and illustrated by an exciting new picture book talent.
At a glance
- Format
- Hardcover
- Pages
- 36
- Words
- 290
- Reading age
- 3–6
- Audience
- Picture
- Lexile
- ~241L
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The fine print
Book details
Reading levels
- ATOS
- 2
- F&P level
- ~H
- AR points
- 0.5
- AR interest level
- LG
- AR quiz
- 137339
Publication
- Published
- May 25, 2010
- Publisher
- Frances Lincoln Children's Books
Edition
- Language
- English
- Type
- Picture Book
Identifiers
- ISBN
- 9781845079550
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