The Fly Flew In
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Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2012 · Est. 1 min read-aloud

The Fly Flew In

By David Catrow

A fly disrupts a concert, leading to chaos and unexpected applause.

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32 pages· 72 words· Est. 1 min read-aloud
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In a bustling concert hall, a tiny fly wreaks havoc, sending wigs flying and musicians into a frenzy. As instruments clash and chaos ensues, an eager singer takes a daring leap with a flyswatter, turning mayhem into a spectacle. Will the audience's applause be for the music or the unexpected showmanship? Discover the hilarity in this slapstick adventure where a simple fly becomes the star of the night.

From the publisher

A fly enters a concert hall and causes a commotion among the audience and performers alike in this funny and easy-to-read picture book. In the wake of a fly’s flight, a wig flips, eyeglasses fall, and a lollipop is launched. Musicians BANG and BOOM as they try to get that fly! All fail, and the chaos culminates when an overzealous singer, flyswatter in hand, leaps off the stage. The audience applauds enthusiastically for the greatest display of showmanship they have ever seen. David Catrow pays homage to the slapstick films of the last century with masterfully rendered artwork and an understated text that has a music of its own. An I Like to Read(R) book, Guided Reading Level C.

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Format
Paperback
Pages
32
Words
72
Reading age
4–8
Audience
Early Reader
Lexile
120L
Themes & topics
Books about bugs and insectsBooks about concertsBooks about insects
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Book details

Reading levels
ATOS
~1.3
F&P level
~E
Scholastic level
C
Publication
Published
September 1, 2013
First published
August 1, 2012
Publisher
Holiday House
Edition
Language
English
Type
Picture Book
Identifiers
ISBN
9780823429097

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