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The Penguin Dad's Long Wait

A read aloud picture book for kids ages 6 to 10 (1st to 5th Grade). Tap Read it to me and Buzzby the bee reads each page out loud, so early readers can follow along with the words.

A Buzzby StorybookThe Penguin Dad's Long Wait

Ages 6 to 10 1st to 5th Grade 10 pages Read aloud

The first pages

Grandad Kwesi opened a big picture book on the sofa. "Tonight, Efua, we visit Antarctica," he said. On the page stood a tall penguin with a golden patch on its neck.

"That is an emperor penguin," said Grandad. "Emperor penguins are the biggest penguins in the world. They live where the winter is long, dark and very cold."

What happens next? The rest of the story, every painted page and Buzzby's narration open with a free account.

Talk time questions

  • Where does the emperor penguin dad keep the egg?
  • Why do the penguins huddle close together?
  • Who keeps you warm and safe in your family?

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