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The Lorax (Classic Seuss) Hardcover – Picture Book, August 12, 1971

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4.9 4.9 out of 5 stars 11,870 ratings
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Celebrate Earth Day with Dr. Seuss and the Lorax in this classic picture book about sustainability and protecting the environment!
 
 I am the Lorax. I speak for the trees.
 
Dr. Seuss’s beloved story teaches kids to treat the planet with kindness and stand up and speak up for others. Experience the beauty of the Truffula Trees and the danger of taking our earth for granted in a story that is timely, playful, and hopeful. The book’s final pages teach us that just one small seed, or one small child, can make a difference. 
 
Printed on recycled paper, this book is the perfect gift for Earth Day and for any child—or child at heart—who is interested in recycling, advocacy, and the environment, or just loves nature and playing outside.
 
 Unless someone like you cares a whole awful lot, nothing is going to get better. It’s not.
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  1. Reading age
    3 - 7 years, from customers
  2. Part of series
    Classic Seuss
  3. Print length
    72 pages
  4. Language
    English
  5. Grade level
    Kindergarten - 4
  6. Lexile measure
    560L
  7. Dimensions
    8.25 x 0.38 x 11.25 inches
  8. Publisher
    Random House Books for Young Readers
  9. Publication date
    August 12, 1971
  10. ISBN-10
    9780394823379
  11. ISBN-13
    978-0394823379
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When Dr. Seuss gets serious, you know it must be important. Published in 1971, and perhaps inspired by the "save our planet" mindset of the 1960s, The Lorax is an ecological warning that still rings true today amidst the dangers of clear-cutting, pollution, and disregard for the earth's environment. In The Lorax, we find what we've come to expect from the illustrious doctor: brilliantly whimsical rhymes, delightfully original creatures, and weirdly undulating illustrations. But here there is also something more--a powerful message that Seuss implores both adults and children to heed.

The now remorseful Once-ler--our faceless, bodiless narrator--tells the story himself. Long ago this enterprising villain chances upon a place filled with wondrous Truffula Trees, Swomee-Swans, Brown Bar-ba- loots, and Humming-Fishes. Bewitched by the beauty of the Truffula Tree tufts, he greedily chops them down to produce and mass-market Thneeds. ("It's a shirt. It's a sock. It's a glove. It's a hat.") As the trees swiftly disappear and the denizens leave for greener pastures, the fuzzy yellow Lorax (who speaks for the trees "for the trees have no tongues") repeatedly warns the Once-ler, but his words of wisdom are for naught. Finally the Lorax extricates himself from the scorched earth (by the seat of his own furry pants), leaving only a rock engraved "UNLESS." Thus, with his own colorful version of a compelling morality play, Dr. Seuss teaches readers not to fool with Mother Nature. But as you might expect from Seuss, all hope is not lost--the Once-ler has saved a single Truffula Tree seed! Our fate now rests in the hands of a caring child, who becomes our last chance for a clean, green future. (Ages 4 to 8)

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"The Lorax. . . has been a perennial favorite of kids and parents since it was published in 1971."

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  • ASIN ‏ : ‎ 0394823370
  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Random House Books for Young Readers (August 12, 1971)
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • Hardcover ‏ : ‎ 72 pages
  • ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 9780394823379
  • ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-0394823379
  • Reading age ‏ : ‎ 3 - 7 years, from customers
  • Lexile measure ‏ : ‎ 560L
  • Grade level ‏ : ‎ Kindergarten - 4
  • Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 2.31 pounds
  • Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 8.25 x 0.38 x 11.25 inches
  • Customer Reviews:
    4.9 4.9 out of 5 stars 11,870 ratings

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Theodor Seuss Geisel—aka Dr. Seuss—is one of the most beloved children’s book authors of all time. From The Cat in the Hat to Oh, the Places You’ll Go!, his iconic characters, stories, and art style have been a lasting influence on generations of children and adults. The books he wrote and illustrated under the name Dr. Seuss (and others that he wrote but did not illustrate, including some under the pseudonyms Theo. LeSieg and Rosetta Stone) have been translated into 45 languages. Hundreds of millions of copies have found their way into homes and hearts around the world. Dr. Seuss’s long list of awards includes Caldecott Honors, the Pulitzer Prize, and eight honorary doctorates. Works based on his original stories have won three Oscars, three Emmys, three Grammys, and a Peabody.

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Allie
5.0 out of 5 stars Sends good message on protecting environment
Reviewed in the United States on March 21, 2024
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This is my favorite Dr Suess book! It delivers a really good message about the importance of protecting the environment. The pictures are colorful and keep my baby mesmerized while reading.
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Justin
5.0 out of 5 stars Great read for my 4 yr old
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My son loves these books, great book to read before bed for some smiles and laughter.
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Mark E.
5.0 out of 5 stars Save the trees
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A great story for kids and a great reminder for adults that we need our trees.
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Melinda Baker
5.0 out of 5 stars Great book for Earth Day
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My grandson’s class loved the book. Read to his First grade class.
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Jose Pereira
5.0 out of 5 stars ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Reviewed in the United States on March 21, 2024
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Exactly what was looking for! Fun and engaging stories to read with my 8 year sister. Dr. Seuss never fails me 🫡
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Ryan Grist
5.0 out of 5 stars Great book
Reviewed in the United States on April 4, 2024
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Great book and in perfect condition when we received it.
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Patty
5.0 out of 5 stars Great read!
Reviewed in the United States on March 18, 2024
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My granddaughter loved the story. She felt bad the animals had to leave. She felt better when the Once-let gave last Truffula seed to be planted.
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Kristy Westberry
5.0 out of 5 stars Favorite book
Reviewed in the United States on March 8, 2024
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I have many favorites, but this one drives home the ideal of overindulgence. Kids today need to realize that not everything has to be completely theirs. The threat of taking away or polluting natural resources is only damaging their future.
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Ilse Neri
5.0 out of 5 stars Excelente
Reviewed in Mexico on March 5, 2024
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Excelente historia para los niños. Buena calidad la pasta del libro.
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Nessa
5.0 out of 5 stars Great book, packaged well
Reviewed in Canada on January 1, 2024
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Amazing classic Dr Seuss story. Book arrived safely and was packaged well. No scratches or bends!
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Raquel
5.0 out of 5 stars Lectura en inglés para cierto nivel
Reviewed in Spain on April 9, 2024
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Perfecto si el niño ya va cogiendo nivel de inglés, ya que las estructuras gramaticales y el vocabulario se complica complica algo respecto a las lectura básicas.
La historia es muy chula.
Y al no ser de tapa dura es cómodo para portar.
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Ingeburg Boehm-Bezing
5.0 out of 5 stars Immer wieder Dr. Seuss
Reviewed in Germany on October 12, 2023
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Meine 4 Urenkel lieben diese Bücher. Ich liebe es, sie ihnen vorzulesen
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Joe Llwyd
5.0 out of 5 stars A great story and a lovely book to keep on the shelf
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on July 8, 2023
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The Lorax is a classic tale and this version of the book is very nice to keep on my son's bookshelf.

The large text is great for kids who can read as they can read along with you. Plus, the story has a lovely message about looking after the planet which helps teach my son recycling and not to litter.
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