Why Mosquitoes Buzz in People’s Ears
by Verna Aardema, Leo Dillon, Diane Dillon
Why Mosquitoes Buzz in People's Ears by Verna Aardema, Leo Dillon, Diane Dillon holds a highly rated rating of 4.01 out of 5, based on 20.6K reader ratings. First published in 1975. The book spans 32 pages.
About Why Mosquitoes Buzz in People's Ears
"In this Caldecott Medal winner, Mosquito tells a story that causes a jungle disaster. "Elegance has become the Dillons' hallmark. . . . Matching the art is Aardema's uniquely onomatopoeic text . . . An impressive showpiece."
-Booklist, starred review.
Winner of Caldecott Medal in 1976 and the Brooklyn Art Books for Children Award in 1977.
| Detail | Value |
|---|---|
| Author | Verna Aardema, Leo Dillon, Diane Dillon |
| Published | 1975 |
| Pages | 32 |
| Genres | Fiction, Fantasy, Classics |
| Average Rating | 4.01 / 5.00 |
| Total Ratings | 20,639 |
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What genre is Why Mosquitoes Buzz in People's Ears?
Why Mosquitoes Buzz in People's Ears is categorized as Fiction, Fantasy, Classics. Its primary genre classification is Fantasy.
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Based on 20.6K reader ratings, Why Mosquitoes Buzz in People's Ears has an average score of 4.01 out of 5.00, which is considered "Highly Rated."
How many pages is Why Mosquitoes Buzz in People's Ears?
Why Mosquitoes Buzz in People's Ears has 32 pages. It is a relatively quick read.
Who wrote Why Mosquitoes Buzz in People's Ears?
Why Mosquitoes Buzz in People's Ears was written by Verna Aardema, Leo Dillon, Diane Dillon. It was first published in 1975.
What is the ISBN for Why Mosquitoes Buzz in People's Ears?
The ISBN-13 for Why Mosquitoes Buzz in People's Ears is 9780140549060.0.
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