George and Martha
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Picture Book · Ages 4–7 · 1972

George and Martha

By James Marshall

Part of the George and Martha series

Two hippos navigate friendship's quirks with humor and heart.

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368 pages
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Join George and Martha, two hippos whose friendship is as delightful as it is unpredictable. From beach escapades to movie outings, they learn that privacy matters and jokes can misfire. With humor and warmth, these tales explore the essence of companionship, teaching that even the best-laid plans can go hilariously awry. Will their bond withstand the quirks of friendship? Discover the joy and laughter in these timeless stories that celebrate the ups and downs of being best friends.

From the publisher

Collects all thirty-five stories about best friends George and Martha.

At a glance
Format
Hardcover
Pages
368
Reading age
4–7
Audience
Picture
Lexile
500L
Themes & topics
Books about friendshipBooks about mammalsBooks about hippos and rhinos
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The series

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The fine print

Book details

Reading levels
ATOS
~3.3
F&P level
~N
Publication
Published
January 1, 2008
First published
January 1, 1972
Publisher
Clarion Books
Edition
Language
English
Type
Picture Book
Identifiers
ISBN
9780618891955

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