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Grasshopper on the Road (I Can Read Level 2) Paperback – April 18, 1986

by Arnold Lobel (Author, Illustrator)
4.9 4.9 out of 5 stars 646 ratings
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From Arnold Lobel, the beloved author and illustrator of the Newbery Honor and Caldecott Honor award-winning Frog and Toad books, comes a sweet, timely twist on a classic fable.

One morning Grasshopper finds a lovely road to follow. Off he goes on his journey, past plenty of busy characters. They wonder why Grasshopper isn’t as busy as they are. But Grasshopper—well, he is happy just walking down the road.

Arnold Lobel's beloved Level 2 I Can Read classic was created for kids who read on their own but still need a little help.

The classic Frog and Toad stories by Arnold Lobel have won numerous awards and honors, including a Newbery Honor, a Caldecott Honor, ALA Notable Children’s Book, Fanfare Honor List (Horn Book), School Library Journal Best Children’s Book, and Library of Congress Children’s Book.

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  1. Reading age
    3 - 7 years, from customers
  2. Part of series
    I Can Read Level 2
  3. Print length
    64 pages
  4. Language
    English
  5. Grade level
    Kindergarten - 3
  6. Lexile measure
    470L
  7. Dimensions
    6 x 0.19 x 9 inches
  8. Publisher
    HarperCollins
  9. Publication date
    April 18, 1986
  10. ISBN-10
    9780064440943
  11. ISBN-13
    978-0064440943
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Grasshopper, who wants to go on a journey, sets out down the road, meeting animals who are too busy with their own activities to enjoy the sights and sounds of nature. PW called this I Can Read book a "triumphwith its big print and graphic pictures in soft pastels."
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As Grasshopper sets out to follow a road, he meets some unusual characters.

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  • ASIN ‏ : ‎ 006444094X
  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ HarperCollins; Reprint edition (April 18, 1986)
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • Paperback ‏ : ‎ 64 pages
  • ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 9780064440943
  • ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-0064440943
  • Reading age ‏ : ‎ 3 - 7 years, from customers
  • Lexile measure ‏ : ‎ 470L
  • Grade level ‏ : ‎ Kindergarten - 3
  • Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 3.76 ounces
  • Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 6 x 0.19 x 9 inches
  • Customer Reviews:
    4.9 4.9 out of 5 stars 646 ratings

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Arnold Lobel

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Arnold Lobel (1933-1987) was the award-winning author and illustrator of many beloved children's books, including the classic I Can Read books about Frog and Toad, and the Caldecott Medal winning Fables.

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MN
5.0 out of 5 stars enjoyed by adults too!
Reviewed in the United States on March 7, 2024
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just a really fun book- Lobel's best one. pokes fun at humanity in ways adults will enjoy but also a fun read for kids
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Melinda Hardy
5.0 out of 5 stars Fun story
Reviewed in the United States on August 29, 2023
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My Daughter loved this book. She enjoys all Lobels stories. They are fun stories that are easy to read but don’t feel like little kid books.
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5.0 out of 5 stars A classic for the ages
Reviewed in the United States on March 10, 2024
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I've purchased this book several and and might a few times in the future. Lobel is one of my favorites, if not my most favorite children's author and I greatly enjoy being able to share these stories with my kids. It's good to have a few of his cheap, short paperbacks around.
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Mori
5.0 out of 5 stars Finally i have my childhood book back
Reviewed in the United States on March 3, 2022
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My mom sold this when i was 8. It was my favorite book since i can remember. In my late teenage years my ex helped me to find the title. And then it was in the back of my head. Well now at 29, I'm having my first child, i finally got this book. I read it through and my childhood was brought back. It's a very easy to read book but a lot happens and easy to follow along. And as an adult, i still enjoy the story. Can't wait to read it to my children!
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Ben and Larissa
5.0 out of 5 stars This a great book for older preschoolers on up -- kids who ...
Reviewed in the United States on April 5, 2017
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This a great book for older preschoolers on up -- kids who are ready for longer books and early chapter books. It is the story of a grasshopper who walks down the road, and the other insects that he meets. Arnold Lobel's signature simple language and sweet sense of humor shine through.
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Jabs
5.0 out of 5 stars Amazing plot
Reviewed in the United States on September 9, 2014
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This is a fantastic book!!
Grasshopper has a strong sense of self and is not deterred or ruffled by the peer pressure or the overreaching overtures of his new "friends". He is polite and calm and friendly throughout. Grasshopper replies to a few bossy butterflies who have decided that they want grasshopper to meet them at the same place and time every day FOREVER to talk about the same things over and over, FOREVER. "No, said grasshopper. I am sorry but I will not be here. I will be moving on. I will be doing new things. That is too bad,said the butterflies, We will miss you. Grasshopper, do you really do something different every day of your life?""Always, said grasshopper. Always and always."
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AFY
5.0 out of 5 stars Great stories for kids
Reviewed in the United States on August 13, 2018
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This one cracks me up. Great stories for kids, but also nice allegories about human belief systems that are entertaining for adults. We often use the expression "Morning is Best!" in our family when someone has a one-sided, well-entrenched belief. My kids crack up when the beetles call the grasshopper "stupid" because it's clear that the beetles are being just that.
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Critical Eyes
5.0 out of 5 stars Life's lessons in a sweet children's story
Reviewed in the United States on July 22, 2019
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Short enough to read the whole book in one sitting. Chapters allow an easy stopping point. I adore this book and find relevance to the stories in my life today. Great reminders to be present, enjoy life, embrace change, accept that others are different and have different values.
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Max D
5.0 out of 5 stars I like this one
Reviewed in Canada on November 25, 2020
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I've been collecting A. Lobell books for my toddler lately, because A) they're cheap and B) the stories and writing are interesting. These stories in particular are each a poignant jab at some negative personality types - the one with the beetles is hilariously relevant to today's social media culture considering it was written in 1978.
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The Man From Rio
4.0 out of 5 stars Compelling story and characters, beautiful illustrations
Reviewed in Spain on December 31, 2020
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Nice reading, compelling story and characters. The level is adequate for non-English-speaking 9-10yr-old kids. My niece loves this book.
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Malinisarovar
5.0 out of 5 stars Teach your child to read
Reviewed in India on December 5, 2020
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Bought it for my children who are homeschooled to practice reading after they learnt the letter sounds and sight words. If your child has just started to read, buy the I can read level 1 Little bear books, there are four books in that series. After that you can move on to Frog and Toad , Mouse tales and Grasshopper. Frog and Toad collection are my.favourite stories from the I can read collection.
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Sophia Juliette
5.0 out of 5 stars A treasure
Reviewed in Australia on January 5, 2024
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A gem of a book. A must-have for your child's library.
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なまたまご
5.0 out of 5 stars すらすら読める
Reviewed in Japan on May 1, 2022
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マウスシリーズ，フロッグシリーズと同程度の難易度です。楽しく読み進めることができます。
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