Spoon
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Picture Book · Ages 2–6 · 2009 · Est. 4 min read-aloud

Spoon

Written by Amy Krouse Rosenthal · Illustrated by Scott Magoon

Book #1 in the The Spoon series

A spoon struggles with feelings of inadequacy and jealousy towards his friends until he realizes his own unique qualities.

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40 pages· 400 words· Est. 4 min read-aloud· AD520L
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Bookroo's summary

Spoon feels overshadowed by Fork, Knife, and Chopsticks, believing their lives are more exciting. As he grapples with his identity, Spoon embarks on a journey of self-discovery. Will he realize his own worth and embrace his special role in the utensil drawer? This charming tale invites readers to celebrate their uniqueness and find joy in being themselves.

From the publisher

Thinking that Fork, Knife, and Chopstick have it better than he, Spoon begins to feel down about his status in the utensil world, but when others take the time to show him just how important he is, Spoon quickly comes to realize that being a spoon is the best thing to be after all!

At a glance
Format
Hardcover
Pages
40
Words
400
Reading age
2–6
Audience
Picture
Lexile
AD520L
Themes & topics
What readers & critics say

Reviews

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Book details

Reading levels
ATOS
2.3
F&P level
~N
AR points
0.5
AR interest level
LG
AR quiz
129975
Publication
Published
April 7, 2009
Publisher
Little, Brown Books for Young Readers
Edition
Language
English
Type
Picture Book
Identifiers
ISBN
9781423106852
LCCN
2009278173
OCLC
244065110

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