Horton Hatches the Egg
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Picture Book · Ages 5–8 · 1940 · Est. 12 min read-aloud

Horton Hatches the Egg

Written by Dr. Seuss

Part of the Classic Seuss series

An elephant sits on a bird's egg while the bird is on vacation, leading to a series of unexpected events

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56 pages· 1,445 words· Est. 12 min read-aloud· 560L
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Bookroo's summary

Horton the Elephant, known for his unwavering loyalty, faces a test of faithfulness when the lazy bird Mayzie leaves him to care for her egg. As Horton endures challenges and ridicule, his steadfast nature is put to the ultimate test. Will his integrity be rewarded, or will he be left with nothing? Discover a heartwarming tale of kindness and perseverance, told through Dr. Seuss's enchanting rhymes and illustrations. Horton's journey will captivate readers, sparking discussions about the true meaning of loyalty and the surprises it can bring.

From the publisher

Generations of children have fallen in love with Horton the elephant!

I meant what I said

And I said what I meant. . . .

An elephant’s faithful

One hundred per cent!

Horton is kind and trustworthy, but unfortunately, the lazy bird Mayzie takes advantage of his good nature when she leaves Horton to watch her unhatched egg. Told with Dr. Seuss’s signature rhymes and trademark illustrations, this is a tale that will be enjoyed over and over, by reader and listener alike. And don’t miss another delightful tale about this beloved pachyderm: Horton Hears a Who!

At a glance
Format
Hardcover
Pages
56
Words
1,445
Reading age
5–8
Audience
Early Reader
Lexile
560L
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Book details

Reading levels
ATOS
~3.7
F&P level
~N
Publication
Published
January 1, 1940
Edition
Language
English
Type
Picture Book
Identifiers
ISBN
9780394800776

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