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K-3
Illustrated by
Kris Di Giacomo.
Three curious mice head to school on a "search for hidden words." Answers to their questions--e.g., "Who brought an apple?"--are found by combining letters printed in red: ape from apple. The droll illustrations provide lots of support as well as visual humor. In the end, the animals gather for a birthday party, including--surprise!--baBOOn.