Little Gorilla
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Board Book · Ages 0–3 · 1976

Little Gorilla

Written & illustrated by Ruth Bornstein

As Little Gorilla grows, will love remain constant in the forest?

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28 pages
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In a lush forest, Little Gorilla is cherished by all. As he begins to grow, he wonders if love will endure. With each change, his family and friends show that love is unwavering. This heartwarming tale explores the comforting truth that love grows alongside us, no matter how much we change. Will Little Gorilla find reassurance in the constancy of affection, or will his growing pains overshadow the love surrounding him? Discover a soothing story that celebrates the enduring power of love and the bonds that remain unbroken through life's transformations.

From the publisher

As beloved Little Gorilla grows up, he discovers that love grows with him. Perfect for bedtime or snuggle-time, this warm and timeless classic reassures readers that as they grow and change, they are always loved. Just about everybody in the great green forest loves Little Gorilla. His mother loves him. His father loves him. Even Big Boa Constrictor loves him. But Little Gorilla begins to grow . . . and Grow . . . and GROW. And then, when Little Gorilla isn’t so little anymore–everyone still loves him! A soothing, rhythmic text and expressive illustration create a heartwarming story about the security and constancy of love.

At a glance
Format
Pages
28
Reading age
0–3
Audience
Board
Lexile
700L
Themes & topics
Books about gorillas
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Book details

Reading levels
ATOS
2.6
F&P level
~Q
AR points
0.5
AR interest level
LG
AR quiz
7232
Publication
Published
August 21, 2000
First published
December 31, 1976
Publisher
Clarion Books
Edition
Language
English
Type
Board Book
Identifiers
ISBN
9780618051588

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