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Sam and the Firefly by P.D. Eastman

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Sam and the Firefly

Hardcover – Picture Book, September 12, 1958

P.D. Eastman

Random House Children's Books · Hardcover · September 12, 1958

Reading lane: Bugs & Insects

Sam the Owl and Gus the Firefly literally light up the sky in this classic Beginner Book edited by Dr.

At a Glance

Why This Clicks

Words Take Flight

A playful early reader pairs words in the night sky with cheerful illustrations and easy-to-follow language.

Come here for

  • The visual fun of words written across the sky
  • A light, lively mix of bird and firefly antics

Expect

  • Simple words, with illustrations offering clues to their meaning
  • A little confusion and chaos when words reach the ground

Book Details

Authors
P.D. Eastman
Publisher
Random House Children's Books
Published
September 12, 1958
Format
Hardcover
Theme
Bugs & Insects · Bird Stories
Reading lane
Bugs & Insects

Affinity

Publisher Categories

  • Bird Stories

  • Bugs & Insects

  • Beginner Readers

About This Book

Sam the Owl and Gus the Firefly literally light up the sky in this classic Beginner Book edited by Dr. Seuss. In Sam and the Firefly, P. D. Eastman (author of Are You My Mother? and Go, Dog. Go! ) introduces us to the dynamic duo of Sam and Gus, who soar through the air writing words in the night sky. But when Gus’s words end up causing confusion and chaos for the people on the ground, it’s up to Sam to help Gus “write” his wrongs. Beginner Books are fun, funny, and easy to...

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Sam the Owl and Gus the Firefly literally light up the sky in this classic Beginner Book edited by Dr. Seuss. In Sam and the Firefly, P. D. Eastman (author of Are You My Mother? and Go, Dog. Go! ) introduces us to the dynamic duo of Sam and Gus, who soar through the air writing words in the night sky. But when Gus’s words end up causing confusion and chaos for the people on the ground, it’s up to Sam to help Gus “write” his wrongs. Beginner Books are fun, funny, and easy to read! Launched by Dr. Seuss in 1957 with the publication of The Cat in the Hat , this beloved early reader series motivates children to read on their own by using simple words with illustrations that give clues to their meaning. Featuring a combination of kid appeal, supportive vocabulary, and bright, cheerful art, Beginner Books will encourage a love of reading in children ages 3–7. ★ "...provides interest, suspense and word repetition. Illustrations excellent. Recommended." — School Library Journal , starred review

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