Pouch!
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Board Book · Ages 0–3 · 2009

Pouch!

Written and illustrated by David Ezra Stein

A baby kangaroo takes its first hops toward independence.

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34 pages
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Joey, a curious baby kangaroo, yearns to explore beyond the comfort of Mama's pouch. As he contemplates his first hops into the unknown, will he find the courage to embrace independence? This charming tale captures the universal journey of trying new things and stepping out into the world.

From the publisher

Caldecott Honor winner David Ezra Stein’s delightful tale of a baby kangaroo’s first hops toward independence is perfect for board book audiences. Joey wants to go exploring, but at first he isn’t sure he’s ready to leave Mama’s safe, warm pouch. Touching on a universal childhood experience, this sweet tale celebrates trying new things.

Awards

Charlotte Zolotow Honor (2010)
At a glance
Format
Board book
Pages
34
Reading age
0–3
Audience
Board
Themes & topics
Books about animalsBooks about baby animalsBooks about trying new thingsBooks about social themesBooks about self-esteem
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Book details

Publication
Published
March 1, 2012
First published
September 17, 2009
Edition
Language
English
Type
Board Book
Identifiers
ISBN
9780399257384

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