Martha Speaks
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Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 1992 · Est. 5 min read-aloud

Martha Speaks

Written and illustrated by Susan Meddaugh

Book #1 in the Martha Speaks series

A dog eats alphabet soup and starts talking, causing chaos.

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32 pages· 642 words· Est. 5 min read-aloud· 540L
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Bookroo's summary

Helen's dog, Martha, gains the ability to speak after eating alphabet soup. But what seems like a dream quickly turns into a comedic nightmare as Martha's newfound voice leads to unexpected chaos. Can Helen manage the mayhem of a talking dog, or will Martha's chatter turn their world upside down? Discover the hilarious consequences of a canine with a lot to say.

From the publisher

When Helen Finney feeds alphabet soup to her dog Martha, Martha begins to speak. But having a talking dog is not as fun as it seems.

Awards

The New York Times/New York Public Library Best Illustrated Children’s Books Award (1992)
At a glance
Format
Pages
32
Words
642
Reading age
4–8
Audience
Picture
Lexile
540L
Themes & topics
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Book details

Reading levels
ATOS
3.1
F&P level
~N
AR points
0.5
AR interest level
LG
AR quiz
7579
Publication
Published
September 28, 1992
Publisher
HMH Books for Young Readers
Edition
Language
English
Type
Picture Book
Identifiers
ISBN
9780395633137

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