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Picture Book · Ages 5–8 · 1980 · Est. 7 min read-aloud
Gregory, the Terrible Eater
Written by Mitchell Sharmat · Illustrated by Jose Aruego and Ariane Dewey
A goat craves human food, defying his family's bizarre diet.
32 pages· 871 words· Est. 7 min read-aloud
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Bookroo's summary
Gregory is a goat with peculiar tastes—he prefers orange juice and eggs over the usual goat fare of ties and violins. His parents are baffled by his unconventional cravings. As Gregory navigates his family's expectations, he challenges the norms of goat society. Will he find a way to satisfy his appetite without upsetting his family? Dive into this whimsical tale where the concept of 'junk food' takes on a whole new meaning, and discover if Gregory can balance his desires with his family's traditions.
From the publisher
Gregory, the Terrible Eater, wants orange juice and eggs for breakfast. His parents are terribly upset! Why can’t Gregory eat striped ties and violins, like the rest of the goats? Jose Aruego and Ariane Dewey have entered into the spirit of Mitchell Sharmat’s upside-down, turned-around world with bold, wacky, expressive illustrations. The trio’s exuberant collaboration provokes healthy laughter and even includes a colorful chart which gives fresh meaning to the concept of “junk food.”
At a glance
- Format
- Pages
- 32
- Words
- 871
- Reading age
- 5–8
- Audience
- Picture
- Lexile
- 490L
What readers & critics say
Reviews
5.5
out of 7
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The fine print
Book details
Reading levels
- ATOS
- 2.8
- F&P level
- ~M
- AR points
- 0.5
- AR interest level
- LG
- AR quiz
- 7372
Publication
- Published
- October 1, 1984
- First published
- January 1, 1980
- Publisher
- Four Winds Press
Edition
- Language
- English
- Type
- Picture Book
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