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Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2016 · Est. 3 min read-aloud
There's a Giraffe in My Soup
Written & illustrated by Ross Burach
Unexpected animals invade a restaurant meal, causing chaos and laughter.
32 pages· 263 words· Est. 3 min read-aloud
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Bookroo's summary
In a whimsical restaurant, a young diner faces a wild surprise as animals like giraffes and alligators pop out of his meal. Each dish reveals a new creature, turning a simple lunch into a hilarious adventure. Will he ever get to eat in peace, or will the animal antics continue? This delightful tale, filled with charming illustrations and clever puns, promises endless giggles and surprises for young readers.
From the publisher
Named one of the 10 Best Children’s Books of 2016 by Parents Magazine!What if you found a giraffe in your soup, an alligator in your entreé, an elephant on the table, or even an ostrich in your dish?In this debut picture book from author-illustrator Ross Burach, an assortment of hairy, scary animals pop out from under the lid at a restaurant!Jam-packed with adorable illustrations and an assortment of animal puns, this kid-friendly story is sure to delight fans of books by Jon Klassen and Oliver Jeffers!
At a glance
- Format
- Pages
- 32
- Words
- 263
- Reading age
- 4–8
- Audience
- Picture
- Lexile
- AD380L
What readers & critics say
Reviews
5.0
out of 7
The author & illustrator
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The fine print
Book details
Reading levels
- ATOS
- 1.4
- F&P level
- ~K
- AR points
- 0.5
- AR interest level
- LG
- AR quiz
- 182277
Publication
- Published
- February 23, 2016
- Publisher
- HarperCollins
Edition
- Language
- English
- Type
- Picture Book
Identifiers
- ISBN
- 9780062360144
- LCCN
- 2015932003
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