Books like How Rocket learned to read by Tad Hills
In this delightful picture book, a small yellow bird takes on the role of tutor, guiding Rocket, a curious dog, through the "wondrous, mighty, gorgeous alphabet." The gentle lessons combine fun with the fundamentals of reading, appealing to young readers and their companions.
First publish date: 2010
Genre: Children's Fiction/Picture Books
Authors: Tad Hills
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