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Yertle The Turtle & Other Stories

Name: Yertle The Turtle & Other Stories
Rating: 4.17 (6 reviews)
ISBN: 9780008240035

By Dr. Seuss

Three boastful creatures learn surprising lessons when greed, vanity and pride turn their worlds upside down.

whimsical insightful entertaining

Pageticker community rating

Average score: 4.17

From 6 readers

Genres

Humour Poetry/Verse Animals

What is Yertle The Turtle & Other Stories about?

Dive into three delightful tales by Dr. Seuss that teach valuable lessons through whimsical rhymes and vibrant illustrations. In 'Yertle the Turtle,' a power-hungry turtle king learns the perils of greed. 'Gertrude McFuzz' follows a bird's humorous quest for a more splendid tail, highlighting the folly of vanity. 'The Big Brag' showcases a boastful rabbit and bear humbled by a wise worm, emphasising the virtue of humility. These timeless stories entertain while imparting important moral lessons.

About the author

Dr. Seuss was a much-loved author and illustrator known for his playful rhymes and imaginative stories. He created famous books like 'The Cat in the Hat' and 'Green Eggs and Ham'. Dr. Seuss's colourful characters and funny words have inspired millions of children to enjoy reading and use their imaginations.

Pages

88 pages

Reading age

Picture Book (2-7)

This edition

2017

First published

1958

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