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Leo the Late Bloomer

Published
Jun 1973
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General Fiction General Fiction
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32

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"Captivating and rollicking." The Horn Book

Leo isn't reading, or writing, or drawing, or even speaking, and his father is concerned. But Leo's mother isn't. She knows her son will do all those things, and more, when he's ready.

This heartwarming story of how a little tiger named Leo bloomed is told by bestselling author Robert Kraus and is accompanied by the wonderfully bold illustrations of Jose Aruego.

With its message of patience and humor, Leo the Late Bloomer is more timely than ever. As Children's Books and Their Creators commented: "Leo's reassuring 'I made it!' at the end delights young listeners who may have been scrutinized for early blooming by well-intentioned moms and dads. Deserves space on any parenting shelf."

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Dec 1973 Dutton ISBN 0525623124
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Jan 1980 Simon & Schuster ISBN 0671960784
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Jan 1971 Simon & Schuster ISBN 0671412027
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