

Geisel was asked to write a more entertaining primer by William Spaulding, whom he had met during World War II and who was then director of the education division at Houghton Mifflin. Geisel created the book in response to a debate in the United States about literacy in early childhood and the ineffectiveness of traditional primers such as those featuring Dick and Jane. Works based on his original stories have won three Oscars, three Emmys, three Grammys, and a Peabody.The Cat in the Hat Comes Back (plot wise) Seusss long list of awards includes Caldecott Honors, the Pulitzer Prize, and eight honorary doctorates. Hundreds of millions of copies have found their way into homes and hearts around the world. LeSieg and Rosetta Stone) have been translated into 45 languages.

Seuss (and others that he wrote but did not illustrate, including some under the pseudonyms Theo. The books he wrote and illustrated under the name Dr. From The Cat in the Hat to Oh, the Places Youll Go!, his iconic characters, stories, and art style have been a lasting influence on generations of children and adults. Seuss-is one of the most beloved childrens book authors of all time. Smaller than the classic large format Seuss picture books like The Lorax and Oh, The Places Youll Go!, these portable packages are perfect for practicing readers ages 3-7, and lucky parents too! About The Author Theodor Seuss Geisel-aka Dr. These unjacketed hardcover early readers encourage children to read all on their own, using simple words and illustrations. Seuss himself, Beginner Books are fun, funny, and easy to read. And then he was gone With a tip of his hat. A favorite among kids, parents and teachers, this story uses simple words and basic ryhme to encourage and delight beginning readers. Seuss and the Cat in the Hat in this classic picture book.but dont forget to clean up your mess! A dreary day turns into a wild romp when this beloved story introduces readers to the Cat in the Hat and his troublemaking friends, Thing 1 and Thing 2. His hilarious antics are rmended for all libraries.-School Library Journal, starred review. About the Book The Cat in the Hat came to play one rainy, nothing-to-do afternoon.
