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A laugh-out-loud funny graphic novel-style picture book about a paper fortune teller left behind at recess who ends up saving the day, by the #1 New York Times bestselling author of The Day the Crayons Quit.

What's a fortune teller to do when she's dropped on the ground half-finished when the bell rings to mark the end of recess? Make friends and save the day, that's what! 

In this hilarious graphic novel-style picture book, Forty the Fortune Teller, along with her friends Potato Chip and Basketball convince a team of chewed-up chewing gum to help repair the playground slide so that the kids at school won't get hurt. This story is totally wacky, totally adorable, and a perfect read-aloud for a storytime.

 

Contributor Bio(s)

 

Drew Daywalt is the author of many books, including the blockbuster #1 New York Times bestselling The Day the Crayons Quit and its sequels, illustrated by Oliver Jeffers, as well as The Legend of Rock Paper Scissors, illustrated by Adam Rex; Twinkle Twinkle Little Kid, illustrated by Molly Idle; The Wrong Book, illustrated by Alex Willmore; and many more. He lives in California with his wife, two children, and multiple pets. You can visit Drew Daywalt at DrewDaywalt.com.

Author Residence: Los Angeles, CA

Author Hometown: Ohio

Kevin Cornell is an illustrator and author from Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Only a few brave souls have spotted him in the wild. Those who have report he is remarkably polite and has impeccably groomed fur.

Illustrator Residence:Philadelphia, PA

Illustrator Hometown:Philadelphia, PA

Forty the Fortune Teller

SKU: 9780593691465
$18.99Price
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    Daywalt, Drew
  • Publication Date

    2/24/26
  • Publisher

    Philomel Books
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