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by William Steig (Author), William Steig (Illustrator)
Another classic story from William Steig, the Caldecott and Newbery Medal-winning creator of Shrek!, Spinky Sulks follows a poor, misunderstood boy, lying in his hammock with a dreadful case of the sulks.
Spinky is convinced that his family hates him and goes off to sulk in his hammock. His brother and sister try to make amends. His mom even brings him a beautiful tray of food. But nothing can get Spinky to stop sulking--not even a circus passing by on his street! Will Spinky ever cheer up? Spinky Sulks is another delightful tale from the incomparable William Steig that will leave readers of all ages smiling.Author Biography
William Steig (1907-2003) was a cartoonist, illustrator and author of award-winning books for children, including Shrek!, on which the DreamWorks movies are based; the Caldecott Medal-winner Sylvester and the Magic Pebble; The Caldecott Honor book The Amazing Bone; and the Newbury Honor Books Abel's Island and Doctor De Soto. Stieg also published thirteen collections of drawings for adults, including The Lonely Ones, Male/Female, and Our Miserable Life.
Number of Pages: 32
Dimensions: 0.2 x 9.7 x 7.7 IN
Illustrated: Yes
Publication Date: January 04, 2011
Accelerated Reader:
Quiz Name: Spinky Sulks
Interest Level: Lower Grades, K-3
Reading Level: 3.6
Point Value: 0.5
