Violence1/5
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The lady swallows various animals, which is portrayed as absurd cartoonish humor, not actual harm.
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There Was an Old Lady (Classic Books With Holes)
Explore the age guidance, content cautions, positive qualities, and supporting notes for There Was an Old Lady (Classic Books With Holes) by Pam Adams. This book is recommended for ages 3+; content notes include Violence; positive qualities include Creativity & curiosity, Educational value.
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Recommended age3+
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- Violence1/5
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- Creativity & curiosity2/5
- Educational value2/5
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- What was the most imaginative idea in the story, and what would you add to it?
- How did the story handle conflict or violence? Did the characters have other choices?
- Which choice in There Was an Old Lady (Classic Books With Holes) would you have made differently, and why?
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