The Mixed-up Chameleon
By Eric Carle
A chameleon tries other animals’ traits but loses more than just colour—what next?
whimsical · colourful · insightful
Pageticker community rating
Average 4.5, from 4 readers
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What is The Mixed-up Chameleon about?
A chameleon, bored with its life, visits a zoo and wishes to possess the traits of other animals. As it adopts features like a flamingo's wings and a giraffe's neck, it becomes unrecognisable. Eventually, the chameleon realises that being itself is the best way to be.
About the author
Eric Carle was a much-loved author and illustrator, best known for his colourful picture books. His most famous story is 'The Very Hungry Caterpillar', which has delighted children all around the world. Eric Carle’s books are filled with bright artwork and simple stories that help young readers learn about nature and the world around them.
Pages
32 pages
Reading age
Picture Book (2-7)
This edition
1988
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