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Sam and the Firefly (Beginner Books)

by P. D. Eastman

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Synopses & Reviews

Publisher Comments:

When Sam, the owl, teaches Gus, the firefly, to write words in the sky, cars crash, movies are free, and hot dogs are cold.

Review:

"[P]rovides interest, suspense and word repetition." School Library Journal

Synopsis:

Illus. in color. The story of an incredible twosome that "provides interest, suspense and word repetition. Illustrations excellent. Recommended."--(starred) School Library Journal.
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About the Author

P. D. Eastman was one of the stars of the Beginner Books line with beloved classics like Are You My Mother?; Go, Dog. Go!; The Best Nest; and more!
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JW, April 11, 2009 (view all comments by JW)
This book was responsible for the moment when "the light came on" in my son's young mind. It gave him an understanding of the concept and purpose of words, and of reading and writing. Thank-you, Dr Seuss!
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Product Details

ISBN:
9780394800066
Author:
Eastman, P. D.
Publisher:
Random House Books for Young Readers
Subject:
Fiction
Subject:
Animals - Insects Spiders etc.
Subject:
Children's fiction
Subject:
Readers - Beginner
Subject:
Picture books
Subject:
Fireflies
Subject:
Owls
Copyright:
1958
Large Print:
Y
Series:
Beginner Books
Publication Date:
September 1958
Binding:
Hardcover
Language:
English
Illustrations:
Y
Pages:
72
Dimensions:
9.46x6.48x.42 in. .52 lbs.
Age Level:
04-08
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