I'm Bored
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Picture Book · Ages 3–8 · 2012

I'm Bored

By Michael Ian Black, Debbie Ridpath Ohi (Illustrator)

Part of the The I'm Books series

A bored girl must prove to a potato that kids aren't boring.

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A little girl, tired of boredom, encounters a potato who claims kids are dull. Determined to prove him wrong, she embarks on a whimsical journey, showcasing the wonders of childhood. Can she change the potato's mind, or will her efforts fall flat? Dive into this playful tale where imagination meets skepticism, and discover if a spud can be convinced that kids are anything but boring.

From the publisher

When a bored girl meets a potato who finds children tedious, she tries to prove him wrong by demonstrating all of the things they can do, from turning cartwheels to using their imaginations.

At a glance
Format
Hardcover
Pages
40
Reading age
3–8
Audience
Picture
Lexile
AD250L
Themes & topics
Books about boredomBooks about imaginationBooks about gamesBooks about feelings and emotionsBooks about social themes
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This book has great opportunities for little ones to read along with you. The story is repetitive but fun for many ages.

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The fine print

Book details

Reading levels
ATOS
~2
F&P level
~H
Publication
Published
September 4, 2012
First published
September 1, 2012
Edition
Language
English
Type
Picture Book
Text details
The text for this book is set in Joppa and Cronos Pro.
Illustration details
The illustrations for this book are rendered digitally.
Identifiers
ISBN
9781442414037

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