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Horton Hatches the Egg Hardcover – Picture Book, October 12, 2004

by Dr. Seuss (Author)
4.9 out of 5 stars 2,193 ratings
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The Dr. Seuss classic that first introduced Horton the Elephant!

Beloved by generations for his kindness and loyalty, Horton the Elephant is one of the most iconic and honorable characters in children's literature—as well as the star of two books and a short story by Dr. Seuss (Horton Hatches the Egg, Horton Hears a Who!, and "Horton and the Kwuggerbug.") In this book—the comic classic in which Horton utters the line "I meant what I said, and I said what I meant. . . . An elephant's faithful, one hundred per cent!"—we see his integrity rewarded with a surprise ending that will delight readers of all ages. Told with Dr. Seuss's signature rhymes and trademark illustrations, this is a tale that will be enjoyed over and over, by reader and listener alike. It makes a perfect gift for birthdays and holidays, and is ideal for sparking discussions about kindness, values, and loyalty.
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  1. Reading age
    3 - 6 years, from customers
  2. Part of series
    Classic Seuss
  3. Print length
    64 pages
  4. Language
    English
  5. Grade level
    Kindergarten - 4
  6. Lexile measure
    560L
  7. Dimensions
    8.31 x 0.43 x 11.31 inches
  8. Publisher
    Random House Books for Young Readers
  9. Publication date
    October 12, 2004
  10. ISBN-10
    9780394800776
  11. ISBN-13
    978-0394800776
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These funny but thought-provoking picture books are ideal for independent readers or reading aloud. Dr. Seuss addresses life’s ups and downs with humorous verse and whimsical illustrations. Dr. Seuss’s beloved story teaches kids to treat the planet with kindness. Just what the doctor ordered for new retirees, old souls, and kids at heart. The perfect celebration of the person you were born to be. A tiny speck of dust contains an entire miniature world--Who-ville. Like mistletoe, candy canes, and caroling, the Grinch is a mainstay of the holidays.
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Beginner Books combine a blend of words and pictures that encourage kids to read-all by themselves. This book has everything a beginning reader needs! Unmistakable characters and signature rhymes. The timeless tale from Dr. Seuss about the cat in his hat who visits Sally and her brother. The rollicking rhythm will keep kids entertained on every page. An ideal gift for new parents, birthday celebrations, and happy occasions of all kinds. This boxed set of of five beloved Beginner Books by Dr. Seuss will be cherished by young and old alike.
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This series of nonfiction books introduces basic science—in Seussian style—to beginning readers. An out of this world reading adventure through outer space! Journey through the fascinating world of dinosaurs! The Cat in the Hat takes a ride through the human body. A fascinating exploration of the world of sharks. All you ever wanted to know about insects. Observe the metamorphosis of an egg into a caterpillar into a chrysalis into a bright new butterfly!

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Poor Horton. Dr. Seuss's kindly elephant is persuaded to sit on an egg while its mother, the good-for-nothing bird lazy Maysie, takes a break. Little does Horton know that Maysie is setting off for a permanent vacation in Palm Springs. He waits, and waits, never leaving his precarious branch, even through a freezing winter and a spring that's punctuated by the insults of his friends. ("They taunted. They teased him. They yelled 'How Absurd! Old Horton the Elephant thinks he's a bird!'") Further indignities await, but Horton has the patience of Job--from whose story this one clearly derives--and he is rewarded in the end by the surprise birth of... an elephant-bird. Horton Hatches the Egg contains some of Theodor Geisel's most inspired verse and some of his best-ever illustrations, the dated style of which only accentuates their power and charm. A book no childhood should be without. (Ages 2 to 7) --Richard Farr

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Illus. in color by the author. It's the talk of the jungle when an elephant hatches an egg. Extravagant nonsense and rollicking verse.  

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  • ASIN ‏ : ‎ 039480077X
  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Random House Books for Young Readers (October 12, 2004)
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • Hardcover ‏ : ‎ 64 pages
  • ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 9780394800776
  • ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-0394800776
  • Reading age ‏ : ‎ 3 - 6 years, from customers
  • Lexile measure ‏ : ‎ 560L
  • Grade level ‏ : ‎ Kindergarten - 4
  • Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 2.31 pounds
  • Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 8.31 x 0.43 x 11.31 inches
  • Customer Reviews:
    4.9 out of 5 stars 2,193 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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Customers love this Dr. Seuss book for its valuable message about dedication and perseverance, with one customer noting how it shaped their life to become a person of integrity. The whimsical rhyming and well-flowing words make it a perfect gift for children of all ages, and they appreciate its character development, with one describing Horton as one of the most enjoyable characters in children's literature.

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58 customers mention "Message"58 positive0 negative

Customers appreciate the book's message about dedication and responsibility, with several noting it's a great life lesson. One customer mentions it shaped their life to become a person of integrity.

"...Horton Hatches the Egg” is Theodor Seuss Geisel’s great paean to Menschlichkeit: doing the right thing and persisting faithfully through obstacles..." Read more

"...It talks about the importance of commitment and keeping your word no matter what. No selective ethics here! Highly recommended." Read more

"I love this book - fun for kids & teaches the adults not to make ANY promises they can not or will not keep!..." Read more

"...Still, love the rhyming, the cities mentioned, the faithful 100%...." Read more

51 customers mention "Story quality"51 positive0 negative

Customers love this story, describing it as a childhood favorite with a moral lesson about keeping promises.

"Book is well made and the same amazing story I enjoyed as a kid of the 70s...." Read more

"The book came quickly and in perfect condition!! A creative story with wonderful illustrations. The kids loved it...." Read more

"...The pages are nice and thick, very good quality book, and such a great story!" Read more

"...just in case, it is probably my favorite of all the Seuss books, love the story, a real love story too!..." Read more

13 customers mention "Language ability"13 positive0 negative

Customers appreciate the book's language ability, noting that the words flow well and are easy to understand, with one customer mentioning it's great for teaching the short /e/ sound.

"...This book has worked great for teaching the short /e/ sound! My students love the book too!" Read more

"...motivate those students to engage in the lesson and also promotes language arts skills." Read more

"...The sing-songy rhymes of this book also make it easy for children to memorize as you read it to them over and over...and over and over...and over...." Read more

"...But I think I love it more. It has just the right amount of text and pictures on each page to keep him focused (which is our problem)...." Read more

13 customers mention "Rhyme quality"13 positive0 negative

Customers enjoy the whimsical rhyming in the book, with one customer noting it's rhythmic to read and another mentioning it brings laughter and joy.

"...Still, love the rhyming, the cities mentioned, the faithful 100%...." Read more

"...I need not have worried. The students loved the story, the rhyming, and even the art...." Read more

"A classic Seuss, with a silly story, wonderful rhymes and an unusual ending...." Read more

"Rhyme schemes that make you smile and a story that encourages the reader to have fun!" Read more

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Customers find the book to be a perfect gift for children of all ages, with one customer noting it's particularly suitable for adoptive families.

"...splendid, irresistible book supposedly for children, but great at any age for affirmation that kindness and faithfulness are more important than..." Read more

"A classic to be shared with grandchild." Read more

"Gift for the little guy.... to go along with Horton the stuffed Elephant... we read him the book, he has Horton sitting right beside him!..." Read more

"Liked that Horton got a gift for his dedication. Shows the importance of keeping your word. Nothing is given without the work...." Read more

10 customers mention "Persistence"10 positive0 negative

Customers appreciate the book's themes of perseverance and commitment, with one customer noting how it illustrates the importance of patience and self-sacrifice.

"...paean to Menschlichkeit: doing the right thing and persisting faithfully through obstacles to a conclusion...." Read more

"...It talks about the importance of commitment and keeping your word no matter what. No selective ethics here! Highly recommended." Read more

"...through extreme examples of kindness, loyalty, responsibility and perseverance...." Read more

"Horton is a paragon of persistence! He makes a promise and keeps it, even when it's very difficult, and is rewarded in the end...." Read more

6 customers mention "Character development"6 positive0 negative

Customers appreciate the character development in the book, with one mentioning that Horton is one of the most enjoyable characters in children's literature.

"...I just sit and read it out loud to myself sometimes. Love the character of Horton. He gave his word! Love the drawings." Read more

"...children the difference between the right and wrong, friendship, character - all in an easy to understand way. Highly recommend." Read more

"Horton is a great role model! He only appears in 2 books (that I've found), but he should be in more!..." Read more

"...delightful little elephant is so endearing and sweet that every child will love him. I purchased this book for my children and now my grandchild...." Read more

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Customers love this Dr. Seuss book, with one customer noting it's one of his most popular works.

"By far one of Dr Seuss’s most popular books." Read more

"“He said what he meant and he meant what he said.” Classic Dr. Seuss wisdom. Excellent story with a great life lesson." Read more

"The best of Dr. Seuss. I buy it for every new child that comes my way -- and have been for many decades." Read more

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We added this to our morning baskets during homeschool many times.The fun rhythms and story line make this a great engaging kids book. And you see my page marker? It’s quite long for littles, so this can be split up to a few story times.
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  • PK
    5.0 out of 5 stars Geisel’s great paean to Menschlichkeit
    Reviewed in the United States on March 13, 2018
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    FROM THE BOOKPLATES PASTED IN 100 COPIES I GIFTED TO GUESTS AT A DINNER LAST FEBRUARY:

    “Horton Hatches the Egg” is Theodor Seuss Geisel’s great paean to Menschlichkeit: doing the right thing and persisting faithfully through obstacles to a conclusion. Study and learn the great lessons of Horton as you aspire to Menschlichkeit!

    1. Word Choices.
    __a. Why is the Egg central to this story instead of some other object?
    __b. Why does the title say “the Egg,” not “an Egg?”
    2. Egg
    __a. How do you choose eggs to hatch?
    __b. Who determines those choices?
    __c. Who decides how you do the task?
    __d. How long should it take?
    __e. Who decides if you are succeeding?
    __f. What reward should you expect?
    3. Is success a reward?
    4. What were Horton’s expected and unexpected rewards?

    P and R K have been married for 53 years, because on November 8, 1964, they meant what they said and they said what they meant, and they have been faithful 100 percent.

    May you make great progress this year in hatching your eggs!
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  • Connie
    5.0 out of 5 stars Took Me Back to my Childhood in the 70s and my Granddaughter loves as much as I did!
    Reviewed in the United States on April 26, 2024
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    Book is well made and the same amazing story I enjoyed as a kid of the 70s. My Granddaughter loves this book at age almost 4 so we have a lot of time of reading and enjoying together. So thankful I can still find my childhood favorites on Amazon.
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  • Kay
    5.0 out of 5 stars A classic Dr. Suess book.
    Reviewed in the United States on February 14, 2025
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    This is a wonderful book. Bought it for a dear friend who “is faithful 100 %”.
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  • Randy
    5.0 out of 5 stars A wonderful book
    Reviewed in the United States on February 6, 2025
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    Purchased this for a Christmas present for my 7 year old granddaughter she loves to read.
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  • Dave
    5.0 out of 5 stars Grandson won’t put it down
    Reviewed in the United States on August 1, 2024
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    By far one of Dr Seuss’s most popular books.
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  • Carol
    5.0 out of 5 stars Great book
    Reviewed in the United States on May 20, 2024
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    The book came quickly and in perfect condition!! A creative story with wonderful illustrations. The kids loved it. I remembered this story from childhood and was glad to find it again
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  • BG C.
    5.0 out of 5 stars So glad to see this book again!
    Reviewed in the United States on July 3, 2024
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    Looks exactly like the one I read years ago! My.most favorite of all the Seuss' books. Thank you for making these available for purchase
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  • RL 45
    5.0 out of 5 stars Life Lesson
    Reviewed in the United States on August 10, 2023
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    Bought to read one of my childhood favorites to great granddaughter. It talks about the importance of commitment and keeping your word no matter what. No selective ethics here! Highly recommended.
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  • Viviane
    5.0 out of 5 stars Amazing book
    Reviewed in France on January 25, 2019
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    Beautiful story of being faithful, honest and responsible. We love it. One of the best of Dr Seuss in my opinion.
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  • Lotte-Lale
    5.0 out of 5 stars Horton Hatches the Egg, by Dr. Seuss
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    Horton Hatches the Egg is a wonderful classic for children. No one who has read it can ever forget Horton, the faithful elephant who in a moment of sympathy offers to sit on an unhatched egg for a while, to give the bird-mother a little rest. The mother ihowever s so happy that she forgets to come back, leaving Horton sitting on the egg day after day, week after month, through thunder, lightening and snow. But he stays on through it all, because "he meant what he said, and he said what he meant, an elephant's faithful, one hundred percent!" The book has a happy ending for Horton and the very special egg, which becomes his own.
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  • Susan Wardell
    5.0 out of 5 stars A sweet and wonderful story that never grows old; Horton's difficult journey and determination will remain in your heart forever
    Reviewed in Canada on March 11, 2017
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    One of my favourite children's books was purchased for a baby shower. All invitees were asked to bring one of their favourite childhood books, and while I have many, I felt that I had to include this one with a few others. Horton was pressured to care for the egg ,but nevertheless, while he is aware that he is being used and abused by the egg's mother, he refuses to relinquish it or allow it to die no matter how dire the circumstances he must face. Thus Horton teachers young children the importance of dedication, tenacity, and above all, love. If you are a parent that desires to impress upon your children these core values, Horton Hatches the Egg is one of the sweetest, funniest, most memorable ways to encourage faithfulness, kindness and endurance under the most difficult of situations. Horton repeats throughout, "I meant what I said and I said what I meant, an elephant's faithful one hundred percent." Please read this book to and with your children. This lovely story and Horton's undying dedication will remain with your children for a lifetime.
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  • Lionel Green
    5.0 out of 5 stars Good Books
    Reviewed in Australia on June 19, 2023
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    I purchased this book for my Great Grand Daughters 1st Birthday It arrived in perfect condition and much earlier than I expected I like buying books through Amazon
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  • JANET ROSE
    5.0 out of 5 stars One of my favourite childhood books
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on June 13, 2022
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    I read this book so much as a child I knew it off by heart!
    The story of poor Horton the elephant, who does a favour for his bird friend Maisie, but then she swans off and enjoys her life leaving Horton sitting on her nest! Children will love the ridicules story of an elephant sitting on a bird’s nest in a tree!

    I bought this copy for my friend’s son and I hope he loves it as much as I did.
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    One of my favourite childhood books

    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on June 13, 2022
    I read this book so much as a child I knew it off by heart!
    The story of poor Horton the elephant, who does a favour for his bird friend Maisie, but then she swans off and enjoys her life leaving Horton sitting on her nest! Children will love the ridicules story of an elephant sitting on a bird’s nest in a tree!

    I bought this copy for my friend’s son and I hope he loves it as much as I did.
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