The Cook and the King
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Picture Book · Ages 3–7 · 2018 · Est. 5 min read-aloud

The Cook and the King

By Julia Donaldson, David Roberts (Illustrator)

A king seeks the perfect cook, but his choice fears everything.

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32 pages· 544 words· Est. 5 min read-aloud
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A picky king needs a new cook and finds Wobbly Bob, who fears everything from knives to dirt. As Bob hesitates, the king steps in, helping him overcome his fears. Can this unlikely duo create culinary magic together? Discover a tale of friendship and bravery in a kingdom where even a king must lend a hand.

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The king searches his kingdom far and wide for the perfect cook. He’s very particular, and none of the cooks can get the job done just right. Until the king meets Wobbly Bob. The king thinks Wobbly Bob might be the perfect fit, but there’s just one small hitch—Wobbly Bob is afraid of everything. He’s afraid that he’ll nick himself with the sharp kitchen knives, and he’s afraid he’ll get dirt from the vegetable garden on his new apron. Wobbly Bob needs a companion to help him feel brave, so the king himself tags along every step of the way. This tale of unlikely friendship is a fun and hilarious romp from a bestselling team.

At a glance
Format
Hardcover
Pages
32
Words
544
Reading age
3–7
Audience
Picture
Lexile
~401L
Themes & topics
Books about cookingBooks about facing fearsBooks about braveryBooks about friendshipBooks about mischief
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The fine print

Book details

Reading levels
ATOS
2.8
F&P level
~L
AR points
0.5
AR interest level
LG
AR quiz
503186
Publication
Published
May 1, 2019
First published
January 1, 2018
Edition
Language
English
Type
Picture Book
Identifiers
ISBN
9781419737572

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