The Enormous Egg
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Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 1956 · Est. 5 hour read

The Enormous Egg

Written by Oliver Butterworth

A boy's life changes when a giant egg hatches a dinosaur, leading to unexpected adventures.

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188 pages· 36,588 words· Est. 5 hour read· 900L
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Bookroo's summary

Nate Twitchell's world turns upside down when a giant egg on his farm hatches a baby triceratops, Uncle Beazley. As the dinosaur grows, Nate faces the challenge of finding a suitable home for his prehistoric friend. With the help of a scientist, they embark on a journey to the National Museum in Washington, D.C. But as they search for a safe haven, unforeseen troubles arise. Can Nate protect Uncle Beazley and find him a place in the modern world? Discover the heartwarming and adventurous tale of a boy and his dinosaur in this timeless classic.

From the publisher

When Nate Twitchell discovers that one of his family’s hens has laid the biggest egg he has ever seen, he is determined to see it hatch. And when it does, neither he nor his parents, the townspeople, the scientists, or the politicians from Washington are prepared for what comes out!

At a glance
Format
Paperback
Pages
188
Words
36,588
Reading age
8–12
Audience
Juvenile Reader
Lexile
900L
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Book details

Reading levels
ATOS
5
F&P level
~V
AR points
6
AR interest level
MG
AR quiz
609
Publication
Published
April 1, 1993
First published
January 1, 1956
Edition
Language
English
Type
Chapter Book
Identifiers
ISBN
9780316119207

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