Anna Hibiscus
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Chapter Book · Ages 6–9 · 2007 · Est. 1.5 hour read

Anna Hibiscus

Written by Atinuke · Illustrated by Lauren Tobia

Book #1 in the Anna Hibiscus series

A young girl in Africa dreams of seeing snow amidst her vibrant family life.

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112 pages· 7,589 words· Est. 1.5 hour read· 670L
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Bookroo's summary

Anna Hibiscus lives in bustling West Africa with her lively family. Amidst seaside adventures and family gatherings, Anna dreams of experiencing snow. As she navigates her colorful world, will her wish come true? Join Anna on her heartwarming journey filled with laughter, love, and the longing for something extraordinary.

From the publisher

Anna Hibiscus lives in Africa. Amazing Africa. She lives with her whole family in a wonderful house. There is always somebody to laugh or play with. She loves to splash in the sea with her cousins and have parties with her aunties. But more than anything else in the world, Anna Hibiscus would love to see snow.

Awards

Boston Globe–Horn Book Honor (2011)
At a glance
Format
Pages
112
Words
7,589
Reading age
6–9
Audience
Transitional Reader
Lexile
670L
Themes & topics
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Book details

Reading levels
ATOS
4.1
F&P level
~P
AR points
1
AR interest level
LG
AR quiz
138372
Publication
Published
April 12, 2022
First published
October 1, 2007
Publisher
Candlewick
Edition
Language
English
Type
Chapter Book
Identifiers
ISBN
9781536225235

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