The Nutcrackers and the Sugar-Tongs
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Picture Book · Ages 6–8 · 1978

The Nutcrackers and the Sugar-Tongs

By Edward Lear, Marcia Sewall (Illustrator)

Household chaos ensues as nutcrackers and sugar-tongs ride away on horses.

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In a whimsical twist, nutcrackers and sugar-tongs abandon their table duties, mounting horses and leaving a bewildered household in disarray. What drives these objects to such an unexpected adventure, and how will the family cope with the ensuing chaos? Discover the mystery behind their sudden departure and the impact on those left behind.

From the publisher

The nutcrackers and sugar-tongs suddenly decide to leave their place at the table and go off on horses, leaving the household behind in chaos and confusion.

Awards

The New York Times/New York Public Library Best Illustrated Children’s Books Award (1978)
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Format
Hardcover
Pages
32
Reading age
6–8
Audience
Picture
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Book details

Publication
Published
January 1, 1978
Publisher
Little, Brown
Edition
Language
English
Type
Picture Book
Identifiers
ISBN
9780316781817

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