Grasshopper on the Road (I Can Read Book 2) [Paperback]

Arnold Lobel (Author, Illustrator)

Book Description

Age Level: 4 and up | Grade Level: K and up | Series: I Can Read Book 2

As Grasshopper sets out to follow a road, he meets some unusual characters.

Editorial Reviews

From Publishers Weekly

Grasshopper, who wants to go on a journey, sets out down the road, meeting animals who are too busy with their own activities to enjoy the sights and sounds of nature. PW called this I Can Read book a "triumphwith its big print and graphic pictures in soft pastels."
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About the Author

Arnold Lobel (1933-1987) was the award-winning author and illustrator of many beloved children's books, including the classic I Can Read books about Frog and Toad, and the Caldecott Medal winning Fables.

Product Details

• Reading level: Ages 4 and up
  
• Paperback: 64 pages
• Publisher: HarperCollins; 1st Harper Trophy Ed., 1986 edition (April 18, 1986)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 006444094X
• ISBN-13: 978-0064440943
• Product Dimensions: 8.9 x 6 x 0.1 inches
• Shipping Weight: 5 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.3 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (15 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #16,703 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
  • #7 in Books > 4-for-3 Books > Children's Books > Authors & Illustrators, A-Z > ( L ) > Lobel, Arnold
  • #13 in Books > 4-for-3 Books > Children's Books > Animals > Bugs & Spiders > Fiction
  • #29 in Books > Children's Books > Animals > Bugs & Spiders

More About the Author

Arnold Lobel (1933-1987) was the award-winning author and illustrator of many beloved children's books, including the classic I Can Read books about Frog and Toad, and the Caldecott Medal winning Fables.

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

34 of 34 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars A hilarious story of eccentric characters, September 27, 2000

By A Customer

This review is from: Grasshopper on the Road (I Can Read Book 2) (Paperback)

...I bought this book for my 7-year-old twins, who arehome-schooled. The book's reading level is appropriate for end offirst grade or beginning of second grade. They LOVED this book!Their favorite story was the Worm story, which STILL sends them intoconvulsions of laughter whenever they hear it. The book has also beenthe basis of discussion about intolerance, moving on the the face ofloss, appeasing others to make them feel good, and other topics. Allin all, the book was absolutely worth the price!

20 of 20 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars This is a funny book...your kids will laugh because you do., September 24, 1998

By A Customer

This review is from: Grasshopper on the Road (Turtleback)

We originally bought this book on the way back from a road trip. My wife was reading as I was driving. My son (5) was watching my wife read it and laughing at her laughing. When we got home, he gave it to all the adults and watched for them to laugh as they read it to him. It is a cute, silly book, with a couple of good lessons. You will know someone who matches every character in this book. Its the best one I've come across so far. Right up there with Dr. Seuss.

7 of 7 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Grasshopper Review, February 28, 2005

A Kid's Review

This review is from: Grasshopper on the Road (I Can Read Book 2) (Paperback)

I would recommend this book to anyone, both young and old. The grasshopper wants to go on a journey and he finds a road. On this road he encounters many insects different from himself. His meetings are funny and make you want to turn the page to see what he might encounter next. It is easy to read for early readers and is a cute and silly story that makes reading fun.