Beetles, Lightly Toasted
Chapter Book · 1989

Beetles, Lightly Toasted

Written by Phyllis Reynolds Naylor

A boy's quest to win an essay contest leads to unexpected culinary adventures with insects.

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134 pages· 29,013 words· ~890L

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Bookroo's summary

Fifth-grader Andy Moller is determined to win an essay contest on conservation, with a $50 prize and local fame at stake. His inventive solution? Convincing everyone that eating insects is the future. As Andy serves up beetle brownies and mealworm sandwiches, he risks alienating friends and family. Can his bold idea win the contest without losing those he cares about? Discover the surprising twists in Andy's culinary journey.

At a glance
Format
Paperback
Pages
134
Words
29,013
Audience
Adult
Lexile
~890L
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Book details

Reading levels
ATOS
5.7
F&P level
~U
AR points
5
AR interest level
MG
AR quiz
356
Publication
First published
February 1, 1989
Publisher
Dell Publishing Co Inc
Edition
Language
English
Type
Chapter Book
Identifiers
ISBN
9780440800880

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