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Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2014
The Brilliant World of Tom Gates
Tom juggles school chaos, sibling antics, and a quest for concert tickets.
256 pages· 15,776 words· Est. 2 hour read
4.2/5 Goodreads · 15,791 ratings
$8.99Save 5%
Books About Excuses · 5 titles considered
The Best Excuses Books for Kids
By the Bookroo Editors
Looking for excellent children's books about excuses? This collection brings together Bookroo's highest-rated and most useful picks in one place.
Start with our editorial favorites, then browse recommendations organized by reading stage to find the right book for your reader.
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The Shortlist
Our 5 Favorite Books About Excuses
Picture Book · 2004
Mañana, Iguana
One animal works tirelessly for a spring party while others relax.
673 words
4.1/5 Goodreads · 564 ratings
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$1348
Picture Book · Ages 6–9 · 2015
A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to School...
Late to school due to bizarre obstacles or an even wilder truth?
44 pages· 444 words· Est. 4 min read-aloud
4.5/7 Bookroo experts·3.7/5 Goodreads · 1,021 ratings
$13.99Save 4%
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Picture Book · Ages 6–9 · 2014
I Didn't Do My Homework Because...
A student comes up with outlandish excuses for not doing their homework.
44 pages· 349 words· Est. 4 min read-aloud
3.0/7 Bookroo experts·3.9/5 Goodreads · 1,147 ratings
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$1597
Picture Book · Ages 5–8 · 1969
I Can Lick 30 Tigers Today!
A boastful child claims they can lick a certain number of tigers, but keeps revising their claim as they encounter various excuses to dismiss potential opponents.
72 pages· 209 words· Est. 2 min read-aloud
3.0/7 Bookroo experts·3.8/5 Goodreads · 1,932 ratings
$16.99Save 6%
