When I Grow Up
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Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2017 · Est. 3 min read-aloud

When I Grow Up

Written by Paula Vasquez

Part of the Little Critter series

Discover the surprising diversity of families in Miss Ester's class.

4.8/7 Bookroo experts·3.9/5 Goodreads · 40 ratings
40 pages· 285 words· Est. 3 min read-aloud· ~480L
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Bookroo's summary

In Miss Ester's class, every child dreams of growing up to be like their family. But Johnny the duckling's family is unlike any other, with curly tails and hooves. As Johnny and his classmates explore what makes each family unique, they learn that love is the common thread. This heartwarming tale invites young readers to celebrate the beautiful diversity of families, sparking curiosity and understanding. What surprises await in Johnny's family story?

From the publisher

What is your family like?

All of the children in Miss Ester’s class know what they want to be like when they grow up: their families! And each family is special and unique. Readers will be surprised and delighted to find that Johnny the duckling’s mom and dad have curly tails, stubby noses, and hooves.

Johnny and his classmates make it easy for parents to show their little ones that there are many types of families, and they’re all made of love. Paula Vásquez’s fun illustrations and sweet writing style make this unique family story a must-have.

At a glance
Format
Hardcover
Pages
40
Words
285
Reading age
4–8
Audience
Picture
Lexile
~480L
Themes & topics
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4.8

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Book details

Reading levels
ATOS
~3.2
F&P level
~M
Publication
Published
March 20, 2017
First published
March 21, 2017
Publisher
Gibbs Smith
Edition
Language
English
Type
Picture Book
Identifiers
ISBN
9781423646891
LCCN
2016945726

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