The Big Orange Splot
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Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 1977

The Big Orange Splot

Written by Daniel Manus Pinkwater

A colorful house challenges a neighborhood's conformity.

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32 pages· 550L
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Bookroo's summary

Mr. Plumbean's house is splashed with bright orange paint, sparking his desire for a multi-colored transformation. As his vibrant home stands out, it challenges the neighborhood's strict conformity. Will his bold expression inspire others or create chaos? Discover how one man's colorful dreams disrupt a 'neat street' and explore the power of individuality in a world of sameness.

“My house is me and I am it. My house is where I like to be and it looks like all my DREAMS.”

— from the book

From the publisher

When Mr. Plumbeans’ house is splashed with bright orange paint, he decides a multi-colored house would be a nice change. This favorite story of creativity and individuality is back by popular demand.

At a glance
Format
Paperback
Pages
32
Reading age
4–8
Audience
Picture
Lexile
550L
Themes & topics
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Book details

Reading levels
ATOS
~3.6
F&P level
~N
Publication
Published
May 1, 1993
First published
June 1, 1977
Publisher
Scholastic Paperbacks
Edition
Language
English
Type
Picture Book
Identifiers
ISBN
9780590445108
OCLC
41899670

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