Horton Hatches the Egg by Seuss (1940, Hardcover)

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PublisherRandom House Children's Books
ISBN-10039480077X
ISBN-139780394800776
eBay Product ID (ePID)28038286426

Product Key Features

Book TitleHorton Hatches the Egg
Number of Pages64 Pages
LanguageEnglish
TopicClassics, General, Animals / Elephants, Stories in Verse (See Also Poetry)
Publication Year1940
IllustratorYes
GenreJuvenile Fiction
AuthorSeuss
Book SeriesClassic Seuss Ser.
FormatHardcover

Dimensions

Item Height0.4 in
Item Weight14.8 Oz
Item Length11.3 in
Item Width8.3 in

Additional Product Features

Intended AudienceJuvenile Audience
LCCN40-027753
Grade FromKindergarten
Dewey DecimalE
Grade ToFourth Grade
SynopsisThe Dr. Seuss classic that first introduced Horton the Elephant! Beloved by generations for his kindness and loyalty, Horton the Elephant is one of the most iconic and honorable characters in children's literature--as well as the star of two books and a short story by Dr. Seuss ( Horton Hatches the Egg, Horton Hears a Who!, and "Horton and the Kwuggerbug.") In this book--the comic classic in which Horton utters the line "I meant what I said, and I said what I meant. . . . An elephant's faithful, one hundred per cent!"--we see his integrity rewarded with a surprise ending that will delight readers of all ages. Told with Dr. Seuss's signature rhymes and trademark illustrations, this is a tale that will be enjoyed over and over, by reader and listener alike. It makes a perfect gift for birthdays and holidays, and is ideal for sparking discussions about kindness, values, and loyalty., Generations of children have fallen in love with Horton the elephant I meant what I said And I said what I meant. . . . An elephant's faithful One hundred per cent Horton is kind and trustworthy, but unfortunately, the lazy bird Mayzie takes advantage of his good nature when she leaves Horton to watch her unhatched egg. Told with Dr. Seuss's signature rhymes and trademark illustrations, this is a tale that will be enjoyed over and over, by reader and listener alike. And don't miss another delightful tale about this beloved pachyderm: Horton Hears a Who, The Dr. Seuss classic that first introduced Horton the Elephant! Beloved by generations for his kindness and loyalty, Horton the Elephant is one of the most iconic and honorable characters in children's literature--as well as the star of two books and a short story by Dr. Seuss ( Horton Hatches the Egg, Horton Hears a Who!, and Horton and the Kwuggerbug.) In this book--the comic classic in which Horton utters the line I meant what I said, and I said what I meant. . . . An elephant's faithful, one hundred per cent!--we see his integrity rewarded with a surprise ending that will delight readers of all ages. Told with Dr. Seuss's signature rhymes and trademark illustrations, this is a tale that will be enjoyed over and over, by reader and listener alike. It makes a perfect gift for birthdays and holidays, and is ideal for sparking discussions about kindness, values, and loyalty.
LC Classification NumberPZ10.3G257Ho

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