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The Chocolate Touch - by Patrick Skene Catling (Paperback)

Name: The Chocolate Touch - by Patrick Skene Catling (Paperback)
Brand: HarperCollins
SKU: 88895007
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In this zany twist on the legend of King Midas and his golden touch, a boy acquires a magical gift that turns everything his lips touch into chocolate!
8-12 Years
7.4" x 5.0" Paperback
128 Pages
Juvenile Fiction, Humorous Stories

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About the Book

In this witty take on the legend of King Midas, John is about to learn that there is, indeed, such a thing as too much chocolate. Illustrations.

Book Synopsis

In this zany twist on the legend of King Midas and his golden touch, a boy acquires a magical gift that turns everything his lips touch into chocolate! Kids will eat this up for summer reading or anytime!

Can you ever have too much of your favorite food? John Midas is about to find out....

The Chocolate Touch has remained a favorite for millions of kids, teachers, and parents for several generations. It's an enjoyable story that pulls in even reluctant readers.

From the Back Cover

John midas loves chocolate. He loves it so much that he′ll eat it any hour of any day. He doesn′t care if he ruins his appetite. He thinks chocolate is better than any other food! But one day, after wandering into a candy store and buying a piece of their best chocolate, John finds out that there might just be such a thing as too much chocolate. . . .

Review Quotes

"It has already proved a hilarious success with children." - New York Herald Tribune

"It is told with an engaging humor that boys and girls will instantly discover and approve." - The Sunday Review

Specifications

Dimensions (Overall): 7.4 Inches (H) x 5.0 Inches (W) x .4 Inches (D)

Weight: .2 Pounds

Suggested Age: 8-12 Years

Number of Pages: 128

Genre: Juvenile Fiction

Sub-Genre: Humorous Stories

Publisher: HarperCollins

Format: Paperback

Author: Patrick Skene Catling

Language: English

Street Date: May 23, 2006

TCIN: 88895007

UPC: 9780688161330

Item Number (DPCI): 247-53-8806

Origin: Made in the USA or Imported

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Estimated ship dimensions: 0.4 inches length x 5 inches width x 7.4 inches height

Estimated ship weight: 0.2 pounds

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