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Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2010 · Est. 5 min read-aloud
Pop!
Written and illustrated by Meghan McCarthy
Discover the sticky journey to the invention of bubble gum in 1928.
3.9/5 Goodreads · 1,361 ratings
40 pages· 640 words· Est. 5 min read-aloud
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Bookroo's summary
In 1928, a young accountant at Fleer Gum and Candy embarks on a secretive quest to create the perfect bubble gum. Amidst sticky failures and relentless experimentation, will he succeed in crafting the ultimate bubble-blowing delight? Dive into a world of fun facts and historical twists as you uncover the surprising origins of Dubble Bubble. This tale of innovation and perseverance reveals how a simple idea transformed into a beloved treat, captivating bubble-blowing kids everywhere. What unexpected challenges will he face, and how will his creation change the world of gum forever?
From the publisher
Gum. It’s been around for centuries–from the ancient Greeks to the American Indians, everyone’s chewed it. But the best kind of gum–bubble gum!–wasn’t invented until 1928, when an enterprising young accountant at Fleer Gum and Candy used his spare time to experiment with different recipes. Bubble-blowing kids everywhere will be delighted with Megan McCarthy’s entertaining pictures and engaging fun facts as they learn the history behind the pink perfection of Dubble Bubble.
At a glance
- Format
- Hardcover
- Pages
- 40
- Words
- 640
- Reading age
- 4–8
- Audience
- Picture
- Lexile
- AD740L
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The fine print
Book details
Reading levels
- ATOS
- 4.8
- F&P level
- ~R
- AR points
- 0.5
- AR interest level
- LG
- AR quiz
- 135905
Publication
- Published
- May 4, 2010
- Publisher
- Simon SchusterPaula Wiseman Books
Edition
- Language
- English
- Type
- Picture Book
Identifiers
- ISBN
- 9781416979708
- LCCN
- 2008049272
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