One Cool Friend
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Picture Book · Ages 5–8 · 2012 · Est. 5 min read-aloud

One Cool Friend

Written by Toni Buzzeo · Illustrated by David Small

A boy secretly adopts a penguin, leading to unexpected surprises.

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32 pages· 607 words· Est. 5 min read-aloud· AD620L
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Bookroo's summary

Elliot, a well-mannered boy, visits the aquarium with his absent-minded father and finds his dream pet: a penguin. When his father agrees to his request, Elliot seizes the opportunity, sneaking the penguin home. As Elliot navigates the challenges of caring for his new friend in a Victorian house, a surprising twist awaits. Will Elliot's secret be discovered, or will his penguin adventure continue? This whimsical tale of unexpected friendship and clever surprises will delight readers with its charming illustrations and playful narrative.

From the publisher

From New York Times bestselling author Toni Buzzeo and Caldecott Medal winning illustrator David Small, comes a cool tale about an unlikely friendship.

On a spontaneous visit to the aquarium, straight-laced and proper Elliot discovers his dream pet: a penguin. When he asks his father if he may have one (please and thank you), his father says yes. Elliot should have realized that Dad was probably thinking of a toy penguin, not a real one… Clever illustrations and a wild surprise ending make this sly, silly tale a kid-pleaser from start to finish.

Awards

Caldecott Honor (2013)
At a glance
Format
Hardcover
Pages
32
Words
607
Reading age
5–8
Audience
Picture
Lexile
AD620L
Themes & topics
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Book details

Reading levels
ATOS
3.1
F&P level
~O
AR points
0.5
AR interest level
LG
AR quiz
148133
Publication
Published
January 10, 2012
Publisher
Dial Books for Young Readers
Edition
Language
English
Type
Picture Book
Identifiers
ISBN
9780803734135
LCCN
2011021637

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