Edward the Emu -- Sheena Knowles, Paperback

Sheena Knowles's upbeat, rhyming text and Rod Clement's expressive illustrations are sure to make readers laugh out loud. Over 100 5-star reviewers agree: A wonderful book with a wonderful message: be yourself

If you buy one book for sheer fun, there's no question it should be this one. --San Diego Union Tribune

Tired of his life as an emu, Edward decides to try being something else for a change. He tries swimming with the seals, he spends a day lounging with the lions, and even slithers with the snakes. But Edward soon discovers that being an emu may be the best thing after all.

This picture book is an excellent choice to share in the classroom or at home--both adults and kids will laugh at and sympathize with Edward the Emu.

Author: Sheena Knowles
Publisher: HarperCollins
Published: 04/04/1998
Pages: 32
Binding Type: Paperback
Weight: 0.30lbs
Size: 9.90h x 9.30w x 0.20d
ISBN: 9780064434997
Audience: Ages 4-8

Accelerated Reader:
Reading Level: 3.6
Point Value: 0.5
Interest Level: Lower Grade
Quiz #/Name: 22736 / Edward the Emu


Review Citation(s):
Publishers Weekly 06/01/1998