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Amos McGee Misses the Bus Hardcover – Picture Book, November 23, 2021

by Philip C. Stead (Author), Erin E. Stead (Illustrator)
4.9 4.9 out of 5 stars 138 ratings
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Hooray! Our good friends are back!

Amos McGee, a friendly zookeeper, is very considerate and always on time. But after a late night planning a surprise for all his friends, Amos is tired. So tired, in fact, that he falls asleep during breakfast and misses his bus to the zoo!

Now he knows he won't have time for the surprise he planned for his friends. Unless... perhaps his friends can step in and help him out.

Ten years after the phenomenally successful, Caldecott Medal-winning classic, A Sick Day for Amos McGee, we are reunited with the gang in a brand new, heartwarming story from acclaimed author Philip C. Stead and award-winning illustrator, Erin E. Stead.
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  1. Reading age
    2 - 6 years
  2. Print length
    48 pages
  3. Language
    English
  4. Grade level
    Preschool and up
  5. Lexile measure
    AD560L
  6. Dimensions
    9.65 x 0.65 x 10.6 inches
  7. Publisher
    Roaring Brook Press
  8. Publication date
    November 23, 2021
  9. ISBN-10
    1250213223
  10. ISBN-13
    978-1250213228
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"the heartwarming companion to the Caldecott Medal-winning A Sick Day for Amos McGee"

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"Even when your day is amiss, kindness can help you find the way."

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PreS-K—In this worthy sequel to the Caldecott-winning A Sick Day for Amos McGee, the Steads return to the world of kindly, elderly, and gangly Amos McGee, incorporating elements of the first story that readers loved. All the zoo friends are back, and Amos rides the big, blue number five bus to and from work. However, this time, Amos's predictable, quiet life is altered not by a cold but by a lack of sleep. Amos's excitement over planning an outing for his zoo friends prevents him from getting a good night's sleep, causing him to snooze at the breakfast table and miss his bus. When he finally arrives at the zoo, poor Amos cannot stay awake, so while he sleeps, the concerned animals take care of him in a variety of ways, resulting in the friends being able to take Amos's planned trip. The woodblock artwork is just as gorgeous as in the original, and the illustrator seems to have fun expanding slightly on Amos's world, showing his new bedside table, his wingback chair, and a mysterious giraffe that rides the number five bus. Until the friends are on their way to the beach, Amos looks a bit less content than in the first book. Luckily, his smile returns. VERDICT In a world of sickness, strife, and stridency, it is a pleasure to spend time again with Amos McGee and his zoo friends.—Sally James, South Hillsborough Elem. Sch., CA

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THREE STARRED REVIEWS!

*"[A] worthy sequel to the Caldecott-winning A Sick Day for Amos McGee...In a world of sickness, strife, and stridency, it is a pleasure to spend time again with Amos McGee and his zoo friends." - School Library Journal, starred review

*"Wholly delightful follow-up that also stands well on its own." - Booklist, starred review


*"A welcome return of the kindly, Caldecott-winning zookeeper and his animal friends...Sensitive, warm illustrations infuse subtle humor...and are perfectly paced." - Kirkus, starred review


"Erin Stead’s skillful pencil and woodblock print art gives...an attentive atmosphere of patience, loving kindness, and...good cheer." - Publishers Weekly

"An elegant and assured addition to the gentle world of Amos and his friends." - Horn Book

"Erin Stead’s familiar pencil and woodblock art evinces old school charm, with soft dappling, scratchy linework, and a muted palette. Fans can only hope that Amos and pals continue their shenanigans in future titles." - The Bulletin of the Center for Children's Books (BCCB)

Product details

  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Roaring Brook Press (November 23, 2021)
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • Hardcover ‏ : ‎ 48 pages
  • ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 1250213223
  • ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-1250213228
  • Reading age ‏ : ‎ 2 - 6 years
  • Lexile measure ‏ : ‎ AD560L
  • Grade level ‏ : ‎ Preschool and up
  • Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 2.31 pounds
  • Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 9.65 x 0.65 x 10.6 inches
  • Customer Reviews:
    4.9 4.9 out of 5 stars 138 ratings

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Erin Stead is an American illustrator. She has made many bestselling books including the Caldecott Medal award winning A Sick Day for Amos McGee, which was also a New York Times Best Illustrated Book, a NYPL 100 Great Children's Books selection, and a Publisher's Weeks Best Children's Book. 10 books later, she is still making her pictures by hand in the studio she shares with her husband, author/illustrator Philip Stead. They live in Michigan.

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5.0 out of 5 stars Sweet book
Reviewed in the United States on March 30, 2023
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Love reading this to our 1 and 3 year olds. Great illustrations.
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L. Sim
5.0 out of 5 stars sweet story
Reviewed in the United States on June 4, 2022
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The book is of ordinary good quality paper and weight. Very fine illustrations that little kids look at carefully. The story is easy to "get" but still interesting to the little ones. The story is warm and relaxing.
Very happy i gave this book as a gift.
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Ami W.
5.0 out of 5 stars Delightful Follow Up to “A Sick Day for Amos McGee”
Reviewed in the United States on March 22, 2022
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This is a delightful children’s story that, like their original Amos McGee title, is a feel good story for even the youngest readers. The illustrations are beautiful, and there are subtle nods to other children’s literature (like the red balloon found in Goodnight Moon and Goodnight Gorilla). It really is just a beautiful book.
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Jeremy B. S.
5.0 out of 5 stars A must have for Amos fans!
Reviewed in the United States on November 23, 2021
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The ten year wait for the companion to the original Amos was worth it! This is a beautiful follow up with the same Amazing artwork and a fun new heartwarming story. I’m glad to get an update to what Amos has been up to this whole time! :)
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Karebear
5.0 out of 5 stars Sweet children’s book
Reviewed in the United States on December 31, 2021
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Love this sequel to the first Amos book. Both have wonderful illustrations. They are perfect bedtime books to end the night and have sweet dreams.
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5.0 out of 5 stars Wonderful book
Reviewed in the United States on December 3, 2021
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Amos is an old man whose humanity and kindness are thoughtfully explored. A wonderful perspective for children…
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O's Mom
4.0 out of 5 stars Perfect Follow Up to the 1st book
Reviewed in the United States on February 3, 2022
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We LOVED the first Amos McGee and this book is a perfect follow up, my daughter has asked for this numerous times since we purchased, sometimes JUST after reading the first Amos McGee, they are perfect together (A Sick Day for Amos McGee) all our zoo friends are back!
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5.0 out of 5 stars Great book and illustrations
Reviewed in the United States on July 4, 2022
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Loved the story and adorable illustrations.
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