There's a Wocket in my Pocket
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Picture Book · Ages 3–6 · 1974 · Est. 3 min read-aloud

There's a Wocket in my Pocket

By Dr. Seuss

Part of the Bright & Early Books series

A house is inhabited by strange creatures.

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36 pages· 298 words· Est. 3 min read-aloud
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A young boy embarks on a whimsical adventure through his house, uncovering peculiar creatures like the Jertain in the curtain and the Geeling on the ceiling. With each turn, he finds more delightful surprises, sparking curiosity and laughter. Will he find a Wocket in his pocket? This playful exploration invites young readers to imagine their own homes filled with fantastical beings, all while enjoying the magic of rhyming and wordplay. Perfect for early readers, this tale combines simple words with vibrant illustrations, making it an engaging introduction to the joys of reading.

From the publisher

In this silly Bright and Early Book classic by Dr. Seuss, a young boy goes exploring in his house and finds an array of fun characters! Are you certain there’s a Jertain in the curtain? Or have you ever had a feeling there’s a Geeling on the ceiling? From the pesky Nooth Grush on a tooth brush to a sleepy Zelf up on the shelf, There’s a Wocket in My Pocket will have young readers eager to explore their homes and the wonders of rhyming and wordplay.

Combining brief and funny stories, easy words, catchy rhythm, and lively illustrations, Bright and Early Books are an ideal way to introduce the joys of reading to children.

At a glance
Format
Pages
36
Words
298
Reading age
3–6
Audience
Early Reader
Lexile
460L
Themes & topics
Books about word playBooks about imagination and playBooks about homeBooks about imaginary creaturesBooks about whimsical stories
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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
9047
Publication
Published
August 12, 1974
First published
January 1, 1974
Edition
Language
English
Type
Picture Book
Identifiers
ISBN
9780394829203

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