Watermelon Madness
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Picture Book · Ages 3–8 · 2015 · Est. 5 min read-aloud

Watermelon Madness

By Taghreed Najjar, Maya Fidawi (Illustrator)

A watermelon obsession leads to an unexpected adventure.

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34 pages· 527 words· Est. 5 min read-aloud
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Noura's love for watermelon knows no bounds, but when her secret stash starts to grow uncontrollably, she's whisked away on a surprising adventure. Can she learn the value of balance and sharing before it's too late? Join Noura as she navigates a world where her favorite fruit takes on a life of its own, challenging her to rethink her eating habits and discover new tastes. This whimsical tale invites young readers to explore the joys of moderation and the excitement of trying something new, all while keeping them entertained with vibrant illustrations and a delightful story.

From the publisher

Noura is crazy about watermelon! She wants to eat nothing else, every day, at every meal. In fact, Noura thinks there is no such thing as too much watermelon. Until one night, when the watermelon she has hidden in her room to eat all by herself begins to grow and Noura gets taken on a wild watermelon adventure! A story that can be the springboard for a discussion on favorite foods, eating a balanced diet, sharing with others and trying new foods. A funny cautionary tale about eating habits!; Vibrant colorful illustrations to keep the little ones engaged; Sturdy, high quality picture book.

At a glance
Format
Hardcover
Pages
34
Words
527
Reading age
3–8
Audience
Picture
Lexile
AD460L
Themes & topics
Books about cultureBooks about bedtime and dreamsBooks about cooking and foodBooks about health and daily livingBooks about childhood
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Book details

Reading levels
ATOS
~3.1
F&P level
~M
Publication
Published
May 1, 2018
First published
May 1, 2015
Edition
Language
English
Type
Picture Book
Identifiers
ISBN
9782924786222

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