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Description
Readers will learn about some of the jobs they might have when they grow up. The coauthors are Elena Castro & Eddie Hernández.
Quick Summary
If you've got a kid who loves asking "what do you want to be when you grow up?" then this little book is a fun way to get them thinking about all the cool possibilities out there. At only 290 words, it's a quick read for early readers, and the 2.5 AR level makes it perfect for kids in kindergarten through third grade who are building their confidence with short books. What I really like is that it doesn't just list boring grown-up jobs it actually gets kids excited about different careers they might not have considered before. The coauthors Elena Castro and Eddie Hern ndez bring some real heart to the pages, making this feel more like a conversation with a kid rather than a lecture. Parents will appreciate that it's simple enough for kids to read alone but still sparks good questions about dreams and goals. If your little one enjoys this one, "Mighty Mole and the Stinky Plant" by April Pulley Sayre is another short, fun book that explores a unique job in nature they'd make a nice pairing for a storytime or classroom set.