The Typewriter
Sale price
$1697
Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2010

The Typewriter

Written and illustrated by Bill Thomson

A typewriter transports kids into their own adventure.

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40 pages· ~620L
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Bookroo's summary

Three children stumble upon a magical typewriter on a carousel, launching them into a world of their own making. As they navigate this whimsical realm, they encounter a giant beach ball and a menacing crab. With only nine words guiding their journey, the children must rely on their imagination to shape their story. What wonders and challenges will they create next?

From the publisher

Using just nine words, the award-winning creator of Chalk takes readers on another unforgettable journey. When three children discover a typewriter on a carousel, they are transported on an adventure of their own creation–complete with a giant beach ball and a threatening crab. Stunning, richly colored artwork is paired with limited text so children can tell their own version of the story.

At a glance
Format
Hardcover
Pages
40
Reading age
4–8
Audience
Picture
Lexile
~620L
Themes & topics
The author & illustrator

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Book details

Reading levels
ATOS
~4
F&P level
~O
Publication
Published
March 8, 2016
First published
April 28, 2010
Publisher
Two Lions
Edition
Language
English
Type
Picture Book
Identifiers
ISBN
9781477849750

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