A Smart Girl's Guide to Knowing What to Say
A Smart Girl's Guide to Knowing What to Say
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A Smart Girl's Guide to Knowing What to Say

Written by Patti Kelley Criswell & illustrated by Angela Martini
Part of the American Girl Book Series
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9 - 12
Reading age
120
Page count
660L
Lexile measure
Jun 1, 2011
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A friend talks about you behind your back. What do you say to her? You want to watch a TV show that’s on past your bedtime. How do you ask your parents? You break your friend’s favorite CD. How do you apologize? In American Girl’s latest Smart Girl’s Guide, you’ll learn the exact words to say in these situations, plus more than 200 others!. Tell a friend that you’re sorry for her loss. Ask a teacher for more help. Stand up to a bully. Let someone how much they mean to you. Inside this book, you’ll find the tools, tips, techniques, (and actual words!) to help you untangle your tongue and speak out with confidence and grace.

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    Book Details

    ISBN
    9781593697723
    Publication Date
    June 1, 2011
    Publisher
    American Girl
    Original Publication Date
    June 1, 2011
    Page Count
    120
    Reading Age
    9 - 12 years
    Lib. of Congress (LCCN)
    2010047267
    Lexile® Level
    660L
    Est. Fountas & Pinnell Level
    ~P
    Est. ATOS® Book Level
    ~4.3

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