About this book
Hess and his Sticky Mess is an easy readers book for children ages 5 to 9. Hess loves to chew gum. But he has a habit of sticking it into weird places. This leads to some funny and crazy mishaps.
Book details
| Book type | Read Along Book – Narrated in a real human voice with word-by-word highlighting and static pictures. |
|---|---|
| Author | Sippi S. |
| Ages | 5 to 7 years, also 7 to 9 years |
| Grade | Grade 1 |
| Reading level | Level 2, Easy Readers |
| Length | 10 pages, 610 words, 6 minutes |
| Categories | Story Time, Character Education, Silly Stories |
| Interactive features | Yes or No activity |
| Language | English |
Where you can read this book
Reading and Math app: Read it here, plus Yes or No activity in the Reading and Math app.
Get the Reading and Math AppRead Along App: Read along narration with word by word highlighting.
Get the Read Along AppQuizzes and activities live in the Reading and Math app only. They are not part of the Read Along App.
Why read Hess and his Sticky Mess with your child
Stories like Hess and his Sticky Mess work best when they are shared. Read it aloud, let your child follow the words, and stop to talk about the characters and what they do. The Character Education setting gives you plenty to discuss. Ask your child what they would do in the same situation. It is a simple way to turn reading time into conversation time, and to help your child think about the story.
Talk about it together
- What did you learn about Character Education?
- Who would you tell about this book, and why?
- What would you do if you were in this story?
Inside the book
In Hess and his Sticky Mess, readers find Character Education. Hess loves to chew gum. The book is written for young readers, with clear words and pictures that help the story along.
Children gain a feel for Character Education and new words to talk about it. Read it together, pause at the interesting parts, and ask your child what they think. It is a good book to share, and to come back to again.
From the book: “Once upon a time, there was a boy named Hess.”
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Frequently asked questions
What ages is this book for?
Ages 5 to 9 years, at Grade 1 and Level 2 (Easy Readers).
Is the book narrated?
Yes. It is a read along book, so a real human voice reads the story while words are highlighted one by one on screen.
Which apps carry this book?
Both the Reading and Math app and the Read Along App. The Yes or No activity is a Reading and Math app feature.
How long is the book?
10 pages, 610 words, 6 minutes
Does this book have a quiz or activity?
Yes. It has the Yes or No activity. Quizzes and activities live in the Reading and Math app.
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