Plankton Is Pushy
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Picture Book · Graphic novel · Ages 3–5 · 2017 · Est. 2 min read-aloud

Plankton Is Pushy

Written & illustrated by Jonathan Fenske

Plankton's desperate to make Mussel talk. Will he succeed?

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40 pages· 107 words· Est. 2 min read-aloud
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Bookroo's summary

In a vibrant underwater world, Plankton is determined to make the silent Mussel speak. Despite his best efforts, Mussel remains tight-lipped, driving Plankton to hilarious extremes. What secrets lie within Mussel's shell? Dive into this ocean adventure to discover if Plankton's persistence will finally pay off, and what surprises await when Mussel finally opens up.

From the publisher

Kids will love getting to know Plankton and Mussel in this laugh-out-loud, under-the-sea picture book!In this funny, underwater picture book, Plankton says hello to Mussel, but Mussel doesn’t say anything back. Plankton tries everything to get quiet Mussel to talk. In fact, Plankton gets VERY pushy about it! Will Mussel ever open his mouth? Kids will relate to Plankton’s frustration with Mussel, and they will be anxious to see what happens when Mussel finally does open his mouth… Geisel Award Honoree Jonathan Fenske delivers a laugh-out-loud ocean story, and this is the perfect follow-up to Barnacle is Bored.

At a glance
Format
Hardcover
Pages
40
Words
107
Reading age
3–5
Audience
Picture
Lexile
AD370L
Themes & topics
Books about fishBooks about manners and etiquetteBooks about sea creaturesBooks about marine lifeBooks about talking animals
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Book details

Reading levels
ATOS
~2.6
F&P level
~K
Publication
Published
April 25, 2017
Edition
Language
English
Type
Picture Book · Graphic novel
Identifiers
ISBN
9781338098969

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