Mommy, May I Hug the Fish?
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$474
Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2000

Mommy, May I Hug the Fish?

By Crystal Bowman, Donna Christensen (Illustrator)

A child learns to respect their environment through playful exploration and guidance.

3.6/5 Goodreads · 23 ratings
32 pages
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Bookroo's summary

In a world full of wonders, a curious child navigates the boundaries of exploration. Guided by a caring parent, they learn the importance of respecting their surroundings. Through rhythmic rhymes and vibrant illustrations, this playful journey teaches young readers about safety and awareness. Will the child understand when to ask for permission and when to embrace the adventure? Discover the balance between curiosity and caution in this delightful tale.

From the publisher

Mommy May I Hug the Fish helps children learn respect for their surroundings in a simple and straightforward way.Mommy May I Hug the Fish, a Level One I Can Read book is perfect for preschoolers exploring their world but not yet fully aware of harmful situations. When a loving parent or caregiver sets limits or gives permission, a child needs to learn to respect his or her environment. Mommy, May I Hug the Fish addresses this subject in a humorous and age-appropriate way.Mommy May I Hug the Fish: Is written in rhythm and rhyme.Is designed for emergent readers.Has bright, colorful artwork to help with comprehensionFrom the well-respected I Can Read brand

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Format
Paperback
Pages
32
Reading age
4–8
Audience
Early Reader
Lexile
~92L
Themes & topics
Books about mother and child
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Book details

Reading levels
ATOS
1.2
F&P level
~D
AR points
0.5
AR interest level
LG
AR quiz
121360
Publication
Published
June 10, 2007
First published
March 1, 2000
Publisher
Zonderkidz
Edition
Language
English
Type
Picture Book
Identifiers
ISBN
9780310714682

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