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Ten Tall Tales

By Dr. Seuss

What happens when pride, stubbornness and a mysterious glunk collide in Seuss’s wonderfully wacky world?

whimsical rhyming colourful playful

Genres

Humour Poetry/Verse Classics

What is Ten Tall Tales about?

This lively collection brings together ten wonderfully odd tales from Dr Seuss. Meet the Star-Bellied Sneetches and their plain-bellied rivals, a king whose courtiers carry his tail, a girl who thunks a mysterious glunk, and two stubborn Zax who refuse to move. With playful rhymes, colourful creatures and surprising twists, each story celebrates imagination while gently exploring ideas about pride, difference, determination and nonsense. These witty read-aloud tales are ideal for sharing at bedtime or enjoying independently.

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

176 pages

Reading age

Picture Book (2-7)

This edition

2000

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