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See the Ghost: Three Stories About Things You Cannot See

Series: See the Cat
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See the Ghost: Three Stories About Things You Cannot See features three playful stories that mix humour with mystery, inviting young readers to explore their imaginations. Ghosts, which are unseen but definitely present, find themselves in amusing situations, creating a unique narrative that challenges perceptions and encourages a sense of curiosity and discovery. The book is designed to delight children with its clever approach to the concept of things that cannot be seen.
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Format: Hardback
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If you enjoy stories filled with adventure and mystery, this would be a delightful read for you. Its imaginative take on things you cannot see will spark curiosity and wonder, making it perfect for children who love tales that spark their imagination while offering gentle thrills. This book blends humour and charm, making the reading experience both engaging and enjoyable for young readers.

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See the Ghost: Three Stories About Things You Cannot See

"It's not easy to enjoy a picnic when you have unseeable interlopers to contend with! In a ... trio of stories for beginning readers, the affable Max the dog and mischievous Baby Cakes the cat encounter a scare-happy ghost who has a run-in with a mirror, the wind at its blustery best, and a teeny-tiny fairy with a wayward wand who may have met her match"--From the publisher.

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The Geisel Award–winning creators of See the Cat and See the Dog return for a comical new spoof on primers—and this time the cat, the dog, and the book are grappling with some curious things they can’t see.

See the wind blow the leaves.
See the wind blow the leaves off the page.
See the wind blow the dog off the page.

It’s not easy to enjoy a picnic when you have unseeable interlopers to contend with! In a new trio of stories for beginning readers, the affable Max the dog and mischievous Baby Cakes the cat encounter a scare-happy ghost who has a run-in with a mirror, the wind at its blustery best, and a teeny-tiny fairy with a wayward wand who may have met her match.

With playfully meta flair, author David LaRochelle and illustrator Mike Wohnoutka bring back their lovable characters for an amusing foray into things that go “Boo!,” “Whoosh!,” and “Hey! . . . Will you let me back into the book?

Series: See the Cat

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See the Ghost: Three Stories About Things You Cannot See by David LaRochelle is praised for its humorous content and accessibility for early readers. The book consists of three stories that bring invisible things to life through clever illustrations and speech bubbles, making it engaging for children. Parents and educators will find it a delightful read that encourages repetition and confidence, ensuring that young readers will return to it often.

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Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781536219821

Publisher: Candlewick Press,U.S.

Format: Hardback

Date Published: 25 July 2023

Country: United States

Imprint: Candlewick Press,U.S.

Contributors:

  • Illustrated by Mike Wohnoutka

Audience: Children

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 11.0mm

Width: 173.0mm

Height: 236.0mm

Weight: 347g

Pages: 64

About the Author

David LaRochelle is the author of many books for young readers, including Isle of You, illustrated by Jaime Kim, as well as How to Apologize, See the Cat: Three Stories About a Dog, and See the Dog: Three Stories About a Cat, all illustrated by Mike Wohnoutka. See David LaRochelle in White Bear Lake, Minnesota.

Mike Wohnoutka has illustrated numerous books for young readers, including How to Apologize, See the Cat: Three Stories About a Dog, and See the Dog: Three Stories About a Cat, all by David LaRochelle. He is also the author and illustrator of several picture books, including Croc & Turtle. See Mike Wohnoutka in Minneapolis.

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