Cover of Get with the beat!

Get with the beat!

by Laura F. Marsh

Toot & Puddle

Reading Level 2-3 Gentle (Lvl 1) Ages 5-8

The text is written at a 2nd grade reading level, the subject matter is intended for younger children (ages 5–8), and the content is gentle with no concerning themes.

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About This Book

Toot sets off on an exciting trip to the Congo where he discovers a joyful tribe of musical Bambuti Pygmy Pigs who teach him how to groove to the jungle's rhythm. Back home, Puddle gets inspired to create his own music with an unexpected instrument, leading to a lively reunion full of fun and laughter. This vibrant adventure shows how music connects friends near and far, inviting readers to find their own beat wherever they are.

Representation & Themes

MulticulturalMusicAdventureFriendship

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Content Intensity

Level 1 — Gentle
Gentle Mild Moderate Intense Very Intense

No conflict beyond everyday childhood experiences. Safe for sensitive readers.

Data confidence: standard

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Details

ISBN
9781426304859
Pages
24
Publisher
National Geographic Children's Books
Published
2009
Type
Fiction
Word Count
804

Genres

Music

Subjects

Music -- Juvenile fictionMusic -- FictionPigs -- FictionAfrica -- Fiction