Hosie's Alphabet
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$950
Picture Book · Ages 5–8 · 1972

Hosie's Alphabet

Written by Leonard Baskin

Discover creatures from A to Z in a whimsical alphabet journey.

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57 pages· ~520L
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Bookroo's summary

Embark on an enchanting journey through the alphabet, where each letter unveils a unique creature. From a bumptious baboon to a quintessential quail, every page bursts with vibrant illustrations and whimsical charm. What other curious creatures await discovery in this imaginative world?

From the publisher

A full-page illustration of a creature for each letter of the alphabet, including a bumptious baboon, furious fly, ghastly garrulous gargoyle, and quintessential quail.

Awards

The New York Times/New York Public Library Best Illustrated Children’s Books Award (1972)Caldecott Honor (1973)
At a glance
Format
Hardcover
Pages
57
Reading age
5–8
Audience
Picture
Lexile
~520L
Themes & topics
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Book details

Reading levels
ATOS
~3.4
F&P level
~N
Publication
Published
October 30, 1972
Publisher
Viking Juvenile
Edition
Language
English
Type
Picture Book
Identifiers
ISBN
9780670379583

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