I Want an Apple
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Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2021

I Want an Apple

Written by David L. Harrison · Illustrated by David Catrow

Discover how your body springs into action when you crave an apple.

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32 pages· ~440L
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Bookroo's summary

When a child craves an apple, her body springs into action. From the brain's clever planning to the nose's keen sniffing, each part plays a role. Join this humorous journey through the body's functions, where eyes, legs, and even the long intestine work together to satisfy a simple desire. How does each part contribute to the quest for an apple? Explore this delightful introduction to the wonders of the human body.

From the publisher

Your body is busy, busy, busy! Learn how it works in this funny-but-informative book. I want an apple. Smart brain, help me find one. Sniffy nose, smell the apple. Bright eyes, help me see it. Legs, feet, arms, teeth, tongue, tummy . . . and long intestine too . . . all snap into action when a child decides she wants an apple. A clever and humorous introduction to body parts and their function. David Harrison is a beloved, award-winning author. The David Harrison Elementary School in Springfield, Missouri was named in his honor. The illustrator, David Catrow, is known for his humor and hyperbole. Honors include a New York Times Best Illustrated Award.

At a glance
Format
Hardcover
Pages
32
Reading age
4–8
Audience
Picture
Lexile
~440L
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Book details

Reading levels
ATOS
~3
F&P level
~L
Publication
Published
October 12, 2021
Publisher
Holiday House
Edition
Language
English
Type
Picture Book
Identifiers
ISBN
9780823441044
LCCN
2021003221

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