Clark the Shark ( I Can Read! Level 1) (Paperback) by Bruce Hale

About the Book

When Clark the Shark has a loose tooth, he has to go to a dentist, but he's heard that the dentist is scary.

Book Synopsis

Don't shed a tear, 'cause there's nothing to fear!

Clark the Shark has a loose tooth and needs to visit the dentist. But he's heard that the dentist is scarier than a box of blue whales! Uh-oh, and oh no! Can Clark find a way to stay cool when it comes to tooth trouble?

Beginning readers will be entertained and reassured by this clever, funny twist on a dentist visit in this I Can Read story featuring their favorite boisterous shark. The back matter also includes fun, bite-sized facts about shark teeth!

With colorful illustrations from Guy Francis and lively text from Bruce Hale, this Level One I Can Read is perfect for children learning to sound out words and sentences.

From the Back Cover

Clark the Shark has a loose tooth and needs to visit the dentist. But he's heard that the dentist is scarier than a box of blue whales! Can Clark find a way to stay cool when it comes to tooth trouble?

Review Quotes

"Francis's bubbly illustrations of overeager Clark and his friends create a lively undersea environment, and similarly rowdy kids may find Clark's rhyming technique a useful tool."--Publishers Weekly review for CLARK THE SHARK

"Most especially, enthusiastic kids will appreciate the message that there is a time and a place for everything-they needn't stay cool 'round the clock."--Kirkus Reviews review for CLARK THE SHARK

"With lots of determination and help from those around him, Clark learns how to genuinely share and celebrates how awesome it feels in true 'Funky Shark' fashion."--Booklist review for CLARK THE SHARK DARES TO SHARE