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The Boy Who Loved Words
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Not age appropriate for kids under 4, age appropriate for kids over 5; suggested age 5. -
Is it any good?
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Common Sense says
Word-loving boy spreads the wealth. K-4.
updated 07.04.08
Why We Rated This 
for Ages 5 and Up
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What to watch out for
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Violence & scariness :
What Parents Need to Know
About The Boy Who Loved Words
Parents need to know that there's nothing to be concerned about, and much to be learned, in this introduction to the joy of words.
Read our full review by Matt Berman
Families Can Talk About
- Families can talk about words. What makes some words so much fun? How does knowing a lot of words help? What are some of your favorite words? Together you can learn the words in the book's glossary and try using them in everyday life whenever you can. How about starting your own collections of wonderful words?
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