Green Eggs and Ham

Written by Dr. Seuss

A character is convinced to try something they initially dislike.

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64 pages· 803 words· Est. 7 min read-aloud

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Bookroo's summary

Sam-I-Am is on a mission to convince a skeptical friend to try green eggs and ham. With playful persistence, he explores every possible setting, from boats to trains, to prove this peculiar dish is worth tasting. As the list of places grows, so does the challenge. Will Sam's friend finally give in to curiosity and discover the joy of trying something new? This whimsical tale, filled with delightful rhymes and charming characters, invites readers to embrace adventure and open-mindedness. Perfect for young readers eager to explore the world of words and flavors.

“Try them, try them, and you may! Try them and you may, I say.”

— from the book

From the publisher

This Dr. Seuss classic starring Sam-I-Am will have readers of all ages craving Green Eggs and Ham!

And don’t miss the new series adaption of Green Eggs and Ham coming soon to Netflix – featuring the voice talents of Michael Douglas, Diane Keaton, Daveed Diggs, and more!

“Do you like green eggs and ham?” asks Sam-I-am in this Beginner Book by Dr. Seuss. In a house or with a mouse? In a boat or with a goat? On a train or in a tree? Sam keeps asking persistently. With unmistakable characters and signature rhymes, Dr. Seuss’s beloved favorite has cemented its place as a children’s classic. In this most famous of cumulative tales, the list of places to enjoy green eggs and ham, and friends to enjoy them with, gets longer and longer. Follow Sam-I-am as he insists that this unusual treat is indeed a delectable snack to be savored everywhere and in every way.

Originally created by Dr. Seuss, Beginner Books encourage children to read all by themselves, with simple words and illustrations that give clues to their meaning.

At a glance

Format: Hardcover
Pages: 64
Words: 803
Reading age: 4–7
Audience: Early Reader
Lexile: 210L

Themes & topics

Books about picky-eating Books about trying new things Books about food Books about eggs Books about friendship

What readers & critics say

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6.0

“This has always been a favorite of mine since I was a child, and it continues to be as I read it with my boys. The really fun thing is seeing my oldest (he is only in kindergarten) as he tries to read it to his little brother before bed. The rhymes are really something else. They are so fun and silly. We have loved this book during the St. Patrick's Day holiday with the green eggs but just as well as every other day of the year. We often bring up this story at meal times as well. When our boys don't want to try a new dish, we will quote this story and it brings a smile to their face and a brave bone in their body to help them give it a try.”

Mom of Boys

Trusted reviewer

5.0

“Green Eggs and Ham: the classic that every parent of a picky eater needs in their arsenal. It's silly, it's fun, it rhymes, and it's a great way to remind your kids that if they just give something new a try, they might actually like it.”

Lauren Hancock

Trusted reviewer

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