Barkis
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Chapter Book · Ages 5–8 · 1938

Barkis

Written and illustrated by Clare Turlay Newberry

A puppy and kitten spark sibling rivalry.

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32 pages· ~550L
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Bookroo's summary

James receives a cocker spaniel puppy for his birthday, but sharing with his sister, Nell Jean, isn't easy. When her tabby kitten enters the picture, tensions rise. Can a surprising act of kindness mend their sibling bond and bring harmony to their pet-filled home? Discover how a simple gesture might change everything.

From the publisher

Illustrated t.-p. and lining-papers.First edition.James doesn’t want to share his birthday puppy with his sister. Then she does him a very big favor.

Awards

Caldecott Honor (1939)
At a glance
Format
Hardcover
Pages
32
Reading age
5–8
Audience
Picture
Lexile
~550L
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Book details

Reading levels
ATOS
~3.6
F&P level
~N
Publication
Published
January 1, 1938
Publisher
Harper Brothers
Edition
Language
English
Type
Chapter Book
Identifiers
ISBN
9780060244217
LCCN
38027880

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