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Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 1974 · Est. 2 min read-aloud
And I Mean It, Stanley
Written & illustrated by Crosby Bonsall
Part of the I Can Read series
A girl builds a mystery creation, but where's Stanley?
3.8/5 Goodreads · 243 ratings
32 pages· 145 words· Est. 2 min read-aloud
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Bookroo's summary
A little girl is on a mission to build something extraordinary from junk, but her friend Stanley is missing. As she works, questions arise: Who is Stanley, and why is he absent? Is she really building for herself, or is she hoping for a playmate? The suspense builds until the project nears completion, revealing unexpected surprises. Dive into this charming tale filled with mystery and playful twists, perfect for young readers eager to explore the joy of discovery and friendship.
From the publisher
Is there someone behind the fence? Or is the little girl talking to herself? Does she care about the great thing she is building? Or is she really trying to get someone to play with her?All the answers are here, in words and pictures filled with suspense and surprises. Crosby Bonsall has once again made a book that beginning readers will love, all the way through to its delightfully satisfying conclusion.
At a glance
- Format
- Pages
- 32
- Words
- 145
- Reading age
- 4–8
- Audience
- Early Reader
- Lexile
- 300L
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The fine print
Book details
Reading levels
- ATOS
- 0.9
- F&P level
- ~J
- AR points
- 0.5
- AR interest level
- LG
- AR quiz
- 7203
Publication
- Published
- April 18, 1984
- First published
- May 15, 1974
- Publisher
- HarperCollins
Edition
- Language
- English
- Type
- Picture Book
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