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Chapter Book · Ages 6–9 · 2013 · Est. 7 min read
Barbara Park
By Molly Kolpin, Michael Byers (Illustrator)
Part of the First Facts series
Explore how humor transformed a teacher's dream into a bestselling author's reality.
4.2/5 Goodreads · 11 ratings
24 pages· 615 words· Est. 7 min read
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Bookroo's summary
Barbara Park once dreamed of teaching, but her path took a humorous turn. Discover how she transformed her love for laughter into a successful career as a bestselling children's author. What inspired her shift, and how did she capture the hearts of young readers? Uncover the milestones and moments that defined her journey from aspiring educator to beloved writer. Dive into the life of a woman whose stories continue to enchant and entertain.
From the publisher
Did you know Barbara Park wanted to be a teacher instead of a writer when she was growing up? Discover how a late blooming writer used her talent for humor to become a bestselling children’s author.
At a glance
- Format
- Paperback
- Pages
- 24
- Words
- 615
- Reading age
- 6–9
- Audience
- Picture
- Lexile
- 710L
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The fine print
Book details
Reading levels
- ATOS
- 4.1
- F&P level
- ~Q
- AR points
- 0.5
- AR interest level
- LG
- AR quiz
- 160015
Publication
- Published
- July 1, 2013
- Publisher
- Capstone Press
Edition
- Language
- English
- Type
- Chapter Book
Identifiers
- ISBN
- 9781476534381
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