Excuse Me, I'm Trying to Read!

by Mary Jo Amani, Lehla Eldridge (Illustrator)

Overview

When a young girl tries to read surrounded by elephants, lions, monkeys and zebras, she is surprised, scared, and amused. When the animals want to read, the tables are turned. A fun-filled picture book that will earn giggles and laughs from children of all ages.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781934133521
Publisher:	Charlesbridge
Publication date:	07/01/2012
Pages:	32
Product dimensions:	9.60(w) x 7.80(h) x 0.20(d)
Lexile:	AD470L (what's this?)
Age Range:	3 - 6 Years

About the Author

Mary Jo Amani writes poetry and children's books. She is founder of Librospara Ninos/Books for Kids Africa, a non-profit organization that promotes the joy of reading in Nicaragua and Mozambique. She divides her time between North Carolina and Mozambique.

Read an Excerpt

Trying to read with a crocodile can be dangerous. 
Excuse me, I'm trying to read! Can you please keep your mouth open?