The Stupids Die
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Picture Book · Ages 4–7 · 1981 · Est. 3 min read-aloud

The Stupids Die

Written by Harry G. Allard Jr. · Illustrated by James Marshall

Book #3 in the The Stupids series

A family believes they're dead when the lights go out.

3.8 Goodreads · 446 ratings
32 pages· 288 words· Est. 3 min read-aloud· 470L
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Bookroo's summary

When the lights go out, a quirky family hilariously assumes they've met their end. As they navigate this absurd predicament, will they uncover the truth or remain in the dark? Discover the unexpected twists in their comical journey.

From the publisher

The Stupid family thinks they are dead when the lights go out. “Excellent pacing, concise, witty prose, and artwork perfectly suited to the text.” – School Library Journal, starred review

At a glance
Format
Paperback
Pages
32
Words
288
Reading age
4–7
Audience
Picture
Lexile
470L
Themes & topics
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Book details

Reading levels
ATOS
2.1
F&P level
~M
AR points
0.5
AR interest level
LG
AR quiz
19243
Publication
Published
April 29, 1985
First published
January 1, 1981
Publisher
HMH Books for Young Readers
Edition
Language
English
Type
Picture Book
Identifiers
ISBN
9780395383643
LCCN
80027103
OCLC
274247730

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