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Little, Brown Young Readers, 1992-02-11

Mr. Popper's Penguins: A Newbery Honor Book

Mr. Popper's Penguins: A Newbery Honor Book

Richard Atwater, Author, Florence Atwater, Author

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9780316058438

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A classic of American humor, the adventures of a house painter and his brood of high-stepping penguins have delighted children for generations. "Here is a book to read aloud in groups of all ages. There is not an extra or misplaced word in the whole story."--"The Horn Book." Newbery Honor Book.
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Mr. Popper’s whimsical journey transforms his ordinary life through unexpected companionship, highlighting the joys of curiosity and the strength found in adaptability. His experiences underscore the importance of responsibility and the warmth of family bonds, offering readers a humorous yet profound exploration of personal growth and the value of embracing life’s surprises.

Keywords and Themes: Adaptability • Animals • Award Winner • Birds • Classics • Companionship • Curiosity • Family • Growth • Humor • Humorous Stories • Joy • Juvenile Fiction • Personal Growth • Responsibility

Readability • 5.6

Age Range • 8-12

Pages • 160

Subjects • Penguins • Humorous stories

Categories • Juvenile Fiction | Classics • Juvenile Fiction | Animals | Birds • Juvenile Fiction | Humorous Stories

It was hard enough for Mr. Popper to support himself, Mrs. Popper, Bill and Janie Popper. The addition of twelve penguins to the family made it impossible to make both ends meet. Then Mr. Popper had a splendid idea — the talented penguins would be a sensation on the stage. And so they were...
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