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Table of Contents
About The Book
Spencer loves to read. He reads a book every night. But one morning his favorite book goes missing, and in its place is a tulip. Spencer searches high and low, but he can’t find his book.
The next morning another book is missing, a nut in its place. And the morning after that, another book is missing.
What is happening to Spencer’s books? When he finds out, Spencer devises a surprising solution that will delight readers (and librarians) everywhere.
About The Illustrator
Debbie Ridpath Ohi is the author-illustrator of Where Are My Books? and I Want to Read All the Books. Her illustrations also appear in Sea Monkey and Bob, written by Aaron Reynolds; I’m Bored (a New York Times Notable Book), Naked!, and I’m Sorry, written by Michael Ian Black; as well as ten Judy Blume chapter books and middle grade titles. For more info, visit DebbieOhi.com or @InkyElbows on Twitter.
Product Details
- Publisher: Simon & Schuster Books for Young Readers (May 12, 2015)
- Length: 40 pages
- ISBN13: 9781442467415
- Grades: P - 3
- Ages: 4 - 8
- Lexile ® AD540L The Lexile reading levels have been certified by the Lexile developer, MetaMetrics®
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Raves and Reviews
* "Fans of Mo Willems will especially appreciate the family dynamics and expressive artwork. The brilliant combination of art and text will capture the imaginations of both bibliophiles and less-than-enthusiastic readers."
– Kirkus Reviews - STARRED REVIEW, February 1, 2015
"A perfect introduction to the concept of libraries for the youngest readers."
– School Library Journal, March 2015
"This book has big beautiful illustrations, sparse text, and a message that will be enjoyed by young readers."
– School Library Connection, November 2015
"a story that should quickly find its way into the hearts of book lovers of all ages."
– Publisher's Weekly, March 2015
"will resonate with kids who love their books—and their libraries."
– Booklist, April 2015
Awards and Honors
- Kansas NEA Reading Circle List PrimaryTitle
- MSTA Reading Circle List
- CLEL Bell Picture Book Award Shortlist (CO)
- Recommended Canadian Reads for Children - Picture Books
Resources and Downloads
Activity Sheets
High Resolution Images
- Book Cover Image (jpg): Where Are My Books? Hardcover 9781442467415
- Author Photo (jpg): Debbie Ridpath Ohi Photograph by Beckett Gladney(0.1 MB)
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