The Alpactory

The Alpactory

The Alpactory

Written and illustrated by Ruth Chan

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$17.99

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4 - 7

Reading age

40

Page count

Apr 20, 2021

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What's The Alpactory About

Publisher Summary

Welcome to the Alpactory! These wacky alpacas are here to help young readers get ready for any new experience ahead in this funny and inspiring picture book.New experiences can be scary. It never seems like you’ll be 100% ready. Should Marley pack 2 pencils or 25 for the first day of school? How many pairs of underwear does Ralph need for a sleepover? Have no fear, the Alpactory is here to help! These alpacas will pack and pack and pack, until…WAIT! Nobody needs that much stuff! Maybe Marley and Ralph have been ready all along…This fresh, contemporary take on Oh, the Places You’ll Go! will have readers laughing along and feeling prepared for anything.

What Kind of Book is The Alpactory

Topics

animals farm animals social themes new experiences

Genres

funny and humorous fiction

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The Creative Behind the Book

Author & Illustrator

Ruth Chan is a children’s book author and illustrator who loves cake just as much as her adorable cat Georgie. Originally from Canada, she now lives in Brooklyn, New York with her cat, Georgie, and her dog, Feta. Where’s the Party? is Ruth’s debut picture book.

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Book Details

ISBN: 9780062909510
Publication Date: April 20, 2021
Publisher: HarperCollins
Original Publication Date: April 20, 2021
Page Count: 40
Audience: Picture
Reading Age: 4 - 7 years

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