The Sneetches: And Other Stories

An iconic collection of original stories from Dr. Seuss that includes the official versions of "The Sneetches," "The Zax," "Too Many Daves," and "What Was I Scared Of?" This is a beloved classic that deserves a place in every child's library--from the bestselling author of Horton Hears a Who!, The Lorax, and Oh, the Places You'll Go!

The Sneetches got really quite smart on that day,
The day they decided that Sneetches are Sneetches
And no kind of Sneetch is the best on the beaches.

The original collection includes the only complete versions of the following entertaining and insightful tales:

"The Sneetches" The Star-Belly Sneetches and the Plain-Belly Sneetches learn to overcome their differences.

"The Zax" When a North-Going Zax encounters a South-Going Zax traveling in the opposite direction, will their refusal to budge keep them both from going anywhere?

"Too Many Daves" A mother who names all twenty-three of her sons "Dave" learns too late that a little individuality is a good thing!

"What Was I Scared Of?" This delightfully silly story about a spooky pair of empty green pants delivers an important message about fear and tolerance.

In these four timeless stories, Dr. Seuss challenges the assumption that we need to look the same or behave the same to find common ground. Filled with Dr. Seuss's signature rhymes and lively humor, this classic story collection is a must-have for readers of all ages, and is ideal for sparking discussions about tolerance, diversity, and acceptance.

Author: Dr Seuss
Publisher: Random House Books for Young Readers
Published: 08/12/1961
Pages: 72
Binding Type: Hardcover
Weight: 0.96lbs
Size: 11.38h x 8.16w x 0.39d
ISBN: 9780394800899
Audience: Ages 4-8

Accelerated Reader:
Reading Level: 3.4
Point Value: 0.5
Interest Level: Lower Grade
Quiz #/Name: 9045 / Sneetches and Other Stories


Review Citation(s):
Newsweek 10/20/2008 pg. 14

About the Author
Theodor Seuss Geisel--aka Dr. Seuss--is one of the most beloved children's book authors of all time. From The Cat in the Hat to Oh, the Places You'll Go!, his iconic characters, stories, and art style have been a lasting influence on generations of children and adults. The books he wrote and illustrated under the name Dr. Seuss (and others that he wrote but did not illustrate, including some under the pseudonyms Theo. LeSieg and Rosetta Stone) have been translated into 45 languages. Hundreds of millions of copies have found their way into homes and hearts around the world. Dr. Seuss's long list of awards includes Caldecott Honors, the Pulitzer Prize, and eight honorary doctorates. Works based on his original stories have won three Oscars, three Emmys, three Grammys, and a Peabody.