The Little Tugboat That Sneezed
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Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 1994

The Little Tugboat That Sneezed

Written by Roger Burrows · Illustrated by Kevin Hawley

A tugboat's loud sneezes might be the key to saving the day.

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32 pages· 410L
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Bookroo's summary

Alice, a cheerful tugboat, can't stop sneezing, much to the annoyance of those around her. But when a thick fog rolls in, her booming sneezes could be the unexpected solution everyone needs. Can Alice turn her perceived flaw into a heroic asset? This charming tale explores the power of embracing our unique traits and finding allies who appreciate them. With vibrant illustrations and engaging text, it's a delightful read for young adventurers.

From the publisher

Alice is a happy little tugboat–until one day she starts to sneeze and can’t seem to stop! Everyone around her thinks her sneezes are too loud, but when a dangerous fog creeps in, her sneezes just might save the day! This delightful story is about finding the value in parts of ourselves others may see as flaws–and finding other people who see that value and want to help us. Told through simple, engaging text and with bright and cheerful illustrations, this is a fun story to read independently or out loud with the help of an adult.

At a glance
Format
Library Binding
Pages
32
Reading age
4–8
Audience
Picture
Lexile
410L
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Book details

Reading levels
ATOS
~2.8
F&P level
~L
Publication
Published
July 30, 2026
First published
September 1, 1994
Edition
Language
English
Type
Picture Book
Identifiers
ISBN
9781482493559

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