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Picture Book · Ages 5–17 · 1986 · Est. 10 min read-aloud
You're Only Old Once!
By Dr. Seuss
Part of the Classic Seuss series
Laugh through the chaos of aging at a whimsical clinic.
4.2/5 Goodreads · 3,924 ratings
42 pages· 1,205 words· Est. 10 min read-aloud
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Bookroo's summary
Embark on a whimsical journey with an elderly patient at the Golden Years Clinic, where medical madness reigns. Poked and prodded, he navigates a world of spleen readjustments and muffler repairs. Will he find humor in the chaos of aging? This Dr. Seuss tale is a delightful gift for retirees, old souls, and anyone needing a laugh after a doctor's visit. Dive into a colorful adventure that proves age is just a number and laughter is the best medicine.
From the publisher
Join in on the fun (and funny) journey of getting older with this hilarious Dr. Seuss picture book—it’s just what the doctor ordered for old souls, kids at heart, and absolutely anyone dreading their annual checkup.
You’re in pretty good shape for the shape you are in!
The Doctor is in! Readers will laugh along with the parade of medical madness as an elderly patient is poked, prodded and ogled during his stay at the “Golden Years Clinic on Century Square for Spleen Readjustment and Muffler Repair.” Once again, Dr. Seuss proves that his sharp wit and colorful imagination are a treat for readers of all ages. A perfect gift for retirement, birthdays, graduations, holidays, and anyone needing a little pick-me-up after a doctor’s visit!
At a glance
- Format
- Hardcover
- Pages
- 42
- Words
- 1,205
- Reading age
- 5–17
- Audience
- Picture
- Lexile
- 1000L
Themes & topics
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The fine print
Book details
Reading levels
- ATOS
- 5.2
- F&P level
- ~X
- AR points
- 0.5
- AR interest level
- LG
- AR quiz
- 9050
Publication
- Published
- March 1, 1986
- First published
- January 1, 1986
- Publisher
- Random House Books for Young Readers
Edition
- Language
- English
- Type
- Picture Book
Identifiers
- ISBN
- 9780394551906
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