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Herman the Helper

Illustrated by Jose Aruego and Ariane Dewey

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About The Book

Herman the Helper about an octopus that is always willing to assist anyone who needs his help.

Old or young, friend or enemy, Herman the octopus is here to provide aid to those in need—no matter who they are. Herman the Helper is ready to guide kids on a path of empathy and compassion.

About The Author

Robert Kraus

Robert Kraus, New Yorker cartoonist and cover artist, created numerous classic picture books for very young children, including Leo the Late Bloomer and Milton the Early Riser.

About The Illustrators

Jose Aruego

Jose Aruego and Ariane Dewey have illustrated many books together—he draws the outlines and designs the pages; she paints the illustrations. Aruego, a native of the Philippines, was a lawyer before becoming an illustrator, and now lives in New York City. Dewey was born in Chicago and also lives in New York City.

Ariane Dewey

Jose Aruego and Ariane Dewey have illustrated many books together—he draws the outlines and designs the pages; she paints the illustrations. Aruego, a native of the Philippines, was a lawyer before becoming an illustrator, and now lives in New York City. Dewey was born in Chicago and also lives in New York City.

Product Details

  • Publisher: Aladdin (April 2, 1987)
  • Length: 32 pages
  • ISBN13: 9780671662707
  • Ages: 4 - 8
  • Lexile ® BR290L The Lexile reading levels have been certified by the Lexile developer, MetaMetrics®
  • Fountas & Pinnell™ J These books have been officially leveled by using the F&P Text Level Gradient™ Leveling System

Awards and Honors

  • ILA/CBC Children's Choices

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