Firefly for Sam

In this classic Beginner Book edited by Dr. Seuss, Sam the Owl and Gus the Firefly literally light up the sky. P. D. Eastman, the author of Are You My Mother? and Go, Dog. Go!, introduces us to the dynamic duo of Sam and Gus, who soar through the air writing words in the night sky. However, when Gus's words end up causing confusion and chaos for the people on the ground, it's up to Sam to help Gus "write" his wrongs.

Beginner Books are designed to be fun, funny, and easy to read, motivating children to read on their own. Launched by Dr. Seuss in 1957 with the publication of The Cat in the Hat, this beloved early reader series uses simple words combined with illustrations that give clues to their meaning. Featuring a combination of kid appeal, supportive vocabulary, and bright, cheerful art, Beginner Books will encourage a love of reading in children ages 3–7.

The book, Sam and the Firefly, has received a starred review from School Library Journal, which states that it "provides interest, suspense and word repetition. Illustrations excellent. Recommended."

The dynamic duo of Sam and Gus take readers on an adventure through the night sky, writing words that captivate and confuse the people below. As Gus's words spiral out of control, it's up to Sam to rein him in and help him "write" his wrongs. This classic Beginner Book, edited by the legendary Dr. Seuss, is a must-read for young readers looking to embark on an enchanting journey.

The Beginner Book series, launched by Dr. Seuss, is a beloved early reader collection that encourages children to read on their own. By using simple words and illustrations that provide clues to their meaning, these books foster a love of reading in children ages 3-7. With their combination of kid appeal, supportive vocabulary, and bright, cheerful art, Beginner Books are the perfect way to inspire a lifelong love of reading in young readers.

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