Amber Brown Is Not a Crayon
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Chapter Book · Ages 6–9 · 1994 · Est. 1.5 hour read

Amber Brown Is Not a Crayon

Written by Paula Danziger · Illustrated by Tony Ross

Book #1 in the Amber Brown series

Best friends face separation and conflict. Can they mend their bond before it's too late?

4.8/7 Bookroo expert·3.9/5 Goodreads · 5,757 ratings
80 pages· 7,973 words· Est. 1.5 hour read
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Amber Brown and Justin Daniels are inseparable best friends until Justin's sudden move threatens their bond. As they grapple with distance and misunderstandings, their friendship is put to the ultimate test. Can Amber and Justin find a way to bridge the gap, or will their connection be lost forever? Amidst the chaos of shared custody and growing up, Amber's journey is filled with humor, heart, and the challenge of holding onto what matters most. Discover if friendship can truly withstand the trials of time and distance in this heartfelt tale.

From the publisher

Amber Brown and Justin Daniels are best friends. They’ve known each other for practically forever, sit next to each other in class, help each other with homework, and always stick up for each other. Justin never says things like, “Amber Brown is not a crayon.” Amber never says, “Justin Time.” They’re a great team—until disaster strikes. Justin has to move away, and now the best friends are fighting. Will they be able to work it out before it’s too late?

At a glance
Format
Paperback
Pages
80
Words
7,973
Reading age
6–9
Audience
Transitional Reader
Lexile
720L
Themes & topics
Books about friendshipBooks about new experiencesBooks about social themesBooks about schoolBooks about moving
What readers & critics say

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4.8

This book, the first in a series, is silly, simple, and fun. It's a great early reader book for elementary school readers who are ready to read chapter books on their own. I'd recommend it for grades 1-3.

Lauren Hancock

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The fine print

Book details

Reading levels
ATOS
3.7
F&P level
~Q
AR points
1
AR interest level
MG
AR quiz
11145
Publication
Published
September 7, 2006
First published
April 13, 1994
Edition
Language
English
Type
Chapter Book
Identifiers
ISBN
9780142406199

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