Milo Armadillo
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Picture Book · Ages 2–5 · 2009 · Est. 6 min read-aloud

Milo Armadillo

Written and illustrated by Jan Fearnley

A unique gift challenges Tallulah's expectations and friendships.

3.9/5 Goodreads · 180 ratings
40 pages· 656 words· Est. 6 min read-aloud
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Tallulah's birthday gift isn't what she wished for—it's a pink fluffy armadillo named Milo. While he's athletic and musical, her friends find him odd. Can Milo win Tallulah's heart despite being different? This charming tale explores unexpected friendships and the joy of embracing the unusual.

From the publisher

Tallulah’s present is not what she asked for. And it’s not what the other kids have. Would she be better off without him? When no one can find a pink fluffy rabbit to buy for Tallulah on her birthday, Grandma gets creative with her knitting needles. But the surprise Tallulah lifts out of the box is not a rabbit, it’s a pink fluffy . . . thing, named Milo Armadillo. He’s athletic, musical, and great for sharing adventures, but Tallulah’s friends say he’s funny-looking. What can poor Milo do to make Tallulah happy? With humor, poignancy, and a nod to the out-of-the-ordinary, this sweet story shows that if you can’t be with the one you want, you can definitely love the armadillo you’re with.

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Format
Hardcover
Pages
40
Words
656
Reading age
2–5
Audience
Picture
Lexile
~440L
Themes & topics
Books about friendshipBooks about holidaysBooks about toysBooks about mammalsBooks about armadillos
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Book details

Reading levels
ATOS
3
F&P level
~L
AR points
0.5
AR interest level
LG
AR quiz
134714
Publication
Published
December 22, 2009
First published
October 1, 2009
Publisher
Candlewick
Edition
Language
English
Type
Picture Book
Identifiers
ISBN
9780763645755

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