April's Kittens
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Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 1940 · Est. 23 min read-aloud

April's Kittens

Written and illustrated by Clare Turlay Newberry

April must choose which kittens to keep in a one-cat home.

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32 pages· 2,909 words· Est. 23 min read-aloud· ~650L
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Bookroo's summary

April faces a heart-wrenching decision when her beloved cat, Sheba, gives birth to three adorable kittens. In a household that can only accommodate one cat, April must decide which kittens to give up. Will it be the aptly named Charcoal, the tiger-striped Butch, or the sweet-faced Brenda? As April navigates this emotional challenge, she discovers a solution that warms the heart. This timeless tale, accompanied by enchanting illustrations, captures the essence of love and difficult choices, resonating with young cat lovers and delighting readers across generations.

At a glance
Format
Hardcover
Pages
32
Words
2,909
Reading age
4–8
Audience
Picture
Lexile
~650L
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Book details

Reading levels
ATOS
4.2
F&P level
~P
AR points
0.5
AR interest level
LG
AR quiz
108290
Publication
Published
October 2, 1940
First published
January 1, 1940
Publisher
HarperCollins
Edition
Language
English
Type
Picture Book
Identifiers
ISBN
9780060244002

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