And I Mean It, Stanley

Year 1999
Pages 32

Worth buying if: You collect or read classic picture books from Crosby Bonsall.

Skip it if: You want long-form chapter-driven narratives.

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Summary

Crosby Bonsall's And I Mean It, Stanley is a 32-page picture book from Rebound by Sagebrush that delivers a succinct, character-driven story in an illustrated format suited for young readers and shared readings.

Why this book now

This reprint keeps Bonsall's clear storytelling and visual charm accessible to modern families and libraries seeking durable picture-book editions.

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A playful, compact picture-book read that invites repeat readings and a child's delighted insistence: And I Mean It, Stanley by Crosby Bonsall.

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Good fit if you want...

  • You collect or read classic picture books from Crosby Bonsall.
  • You need a short, illustration-led read for storytime or bedtime.
  • When you want vivid worldbuilding, the writing uses music-like rhythms and images.

Maybe skip if...

  • You want long-form chapter-driven narratives.
  • You prefer adult nonfiction or novels.
  • You need the newest edition, freshest examples, or the most current framing.

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playful cozy children's classic Quick read Older edition

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Exact edition: Edition shown · ISBN-13 9780881031874

Worth buying if: You collect or read classic picture books from Crosby Bonsall.

Skip it if: You want long-form chapter-driven narratives.

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Reading commitment

Quick Easy to move through

At 32 pages, this picture book fits a single shared read of about 5–10 minutes, ideal for young attention spans and repeated readings.

What stands out here

The Rebound by Sagebrush 1999 edition preserves Bonsall's original text and illustrations in a compact reprint aimed at libraries and family collections.

Best way to approach it

Read aloud to children with attention to Bonsall's phrasing and the illustrations; brief pauses and expressive voices will highlight the book's character-driven moments.

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