Imogene's Antlers

A Christmas Book for Kids

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$18.99 US
RH Childrens Books | Knopf Books for Young Readers
24 per carton
On sale Sep 12, 2000 | 978-0-375-81048-0
Age 3-7 years
Reading Level: Lexile AD560L | Fountas & Pinnell L
Sales rights: World
This whimsical story of a little girl who wakes one morning to discover she has grown antlers has delighted children since it was first published 15 years ago. The perfect Christmas present for any kid looking forward to a visit from Santa's reindeer--or any reader looking for some year-long fun! 

The family doctor, the school principal, and even Imogene's know-it-all brother, Norman, fail to resolve her dilemma. Imogene, the cook, and the kitchen maid, however, make the best of things, finding unusual uses for Imogene's new horns. Meanwhile, the problem appears to be solved when Imogene awakes the next morning antler-free.But the family (and the reader) are in for a surprise when Imogene comes down to breakfast. . . .
  • WINNER | 1987
    Kentucky Bluegrass Master List
  • WINNER | 1985
    Parents' Choice Award
  • WINNER | 1985
    Reading Rainbow Feature Books
"Hilarious." --School Library Journal, Starred

"A dazzling attraction."--Publishers Weekly

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This whimsical story of a little girl who wakes one morning to discover she has grown antlers has delighted children since it was first published 15 years ago. The perfect Christmas present for any kid looking forward to a visit from Santa's reindeer--or any reader looking for some year-long fun! 

The family doctor, the school principal, and even Imogene's know-it-all brother, Norman, fail to resolve her dilemma. Imogene, the cook, and the kitchen maid, however, make the best of things, finding unusual uses for Imogene's new horns. Meanwhile, the problem appears to be solved when Imogene awakes the next morning antler-free.But the family (and the reader) are in for a surprise when Imogene comes down to breakfast. . . .

Awards

  • WINNER | 1987
    Kentucky Bluegrass Master List
  • WINNER | 1985
    Parents' Choice Award
  • WINNER | 1985
    Reading Rainbow Feature Books

Praise

"Hilarious." --School Library Journal, Starred

"A dazzling attraction."--Publishers Weekly