Because

(Hardback)

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Jack's mom may tell him that "because" is not an answer, but he disagrees. In fact, this almost-six-year-old thinks "because" is the perfect answer . . . to any question!

Why did he cover himself in Band-Aids

Why is the dog wearing a cape

Why did he eat all the chocolate cake

Richard Torrey's endearing companion to Almost and Why celebrates every child's favorite answer to life's trickiest questions.

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"The story will allow youngsters to recall fondly their own "because" moments." -- School Library Journal

PRAISE FOR WHY: "Readers will laugh aloud." -- School Library Journal

Praise for WHY: "Jack isn't just cute or just annoying; he's doing his best to understand the world, and Torrey's sensitivity brings Jack's feelings home to readers." -- Publishers Weekly

Praise for WHY: "Jack is just as sweet as in the earlier volume." -- Kirkus Reviews

Praise for WHY: "Youngsters trying to make sense of their own worlds will likely relate to Jack's curiosity." -- Booklist

Praise for ALMOST: "Children impatient to step into the shoes of their older siblings or friends will find a kindred spirit in Jack and take comfort in his literal ups and downs. Touching and true to life." -- Publishers Weekly

Praise for ALMOST: "Torrey precisely captures Jack's desperate desire to be bigger and to be able to master the adult world.... This is a sweet, tongue-in-cheek look at growing up that will reassure the youngest sufferers of youth that they are not alone." -- Kirkus Reviews

Praise for ALMOST: "This simple story addresses both the desire of children to be older and sibling rivalry. It's sure to be a hit at storytime." -- School Library Journal

Author Bio

Richard Torrey is the author and illustrator of a number of well-loved children's books, including Almost, Why, and the popular Beans Baker series. Mr. Torrey lives in Shoreham, New York.