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32 pp.
| Abrams |
October, 2014 |
TradeISBN 978-1-4197-0809-1$17.95
(3)
K-3
After Mom promises "a surprise at dinner," the narrator and his brother, Leo, imagine what it could be, eventually convincing themselves that Mom has won them a trip to Hawaii. When they discover they're mistaken, Leo finds a way to take the edge off their disappointment. The humor starts even before the title page, and the quirky illustrations have plenty of amusing details.