I Wanna Go Home — Illustrated Children’s Book
Illustrated: I Wanna Go Home is a children’s picture book about Alex’s reluctant stay at his grandparents’ retirement community, where his view of the visit gradually changes. The listing describes a humorous family story for readers aged 5–8, with 32 pages.
At a glance
- Alex begins the week unhappy about being left at his grandparents’ retirement community, then finds enjoyment in activities with them.
- The listing presents the story as balancing humour with a warm family theme.
- The listing credits Karen Kaufman Orloff and Dave Catrow.
Reference price: $35.00
Price checked: 13 Nov 2026
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Pros and cons
Pros
- A clearly described family storyline gives parents and grandparents a way to introduce a child’s changing expectations about spending time with older relatives.
- The listed 32-page length offers a relatively short read for a shared story session.
Technical specifications
11 specifications| Publisher | Putnam |
|---|---|
| Publication date | 28 January 2015 |
| Edition | 1st |
| Language | English |
| Print length | 32 pages |
| ISBN-10 | 0399254072 |
| ISBN-13 | 978-0399254079 |
| Reading age | 5 - 8 years |
| Grade level | Kindergarten - Preschool |
| Dimensions | 27.6 x 0.8 x 22.2 cm |
|---|---|
| Weight listed | 380 g |
What to know before buying
- The plot summary and recommended reading age are listing claims. The supplied material does not include customer comments or details of the book’s format beyond its page count.
Who is it for?
A good fit for
- Families looking for a short story about a child connecting with grandparents.
- Shared reading with children in the listed 5–8 age range.
Customer reviews on Amazon
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The listing supplies aggregate ratings, with the distribution weighted strongly towards five-star ratings but also including lower-star ratings. Without customer comments, those figures do not reveal what readers liked or disliked, or how the book worked for particular children.
Frequently asked questions
What is I Wanna Go Home about?
The listing says Alex is unhappy about staying at his grandparents’ retirement community at first, but comes to enjoy time with them, including ice cream and stickball.
What age is this book listed for?
The listing gives a reading age of 5–8 years and a grade level of Kindergarten–Preschool.
How long is the book?
The listed print length is 32 pages.
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