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by Dr Seuss

A rhyming introduction to the many kinds of work

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A rhyming introduction to the many kinds of work

This illustrated beginning reader pairs familiar occupations—such as doctor, teacher, and firefighter—with fanciful Seussian jobs, including perfume smeller and bass-drum banger. The contrast gives its career theme room for both playful invention and a simple idea: there are many possible ways to spend a working life. As part of the Beginner Books series, it is described as using simple words and illustrations that help children read independently. The book’s mix of real and imaginary jobs also makes careers its organizing subject, rather than a single character’s path or a detailed account of any one profession.

Good fit for readers who enjoy

  • Children beginning to read independently, with support from simple vocabulary and illustrations.
  • Young readers curious about jobs and imaginative what-if possibilities.
  • Families or classrooms looking for an illustrated book about careers.

Themes

Careers and workImaginationReading independence

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Book overview

NATIONAL BESTSELLER - Unavailable for almost 20 years, a little-known Dr. Seuss book about careers gets a fresh new look!

Wildly imaginative and told in rollicking rhyme, this beginning reader about careers could ONLY have been written by Dr. Seuss! Featuring a mix of real jobs (like firefighter, doctor, teacher, farmer, etc.) and Seussian ones (including perfume smeller, fishbone boner, bass-drum banger, and roller coaster owner), it will incite plenty of giggles while planting the seed of a serious idea: that everyone needs to do something in life, and there are LOTS of choices! Fully illustrated with charming new art (featuring a multicultural cast in nontraditional gender roles), this is a great choice for home and classroom use!

Beginner Books are fun, funny, and easy to read! Launched by Dr. Seuss in 1957 with the publication of The Cat in the Hat, this beloved early reader series motivates children to read on their own by using simple words 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.
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