The Chalk Box Kid
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Chapter Book · Ages 7–9 · Est. 51 min read

The Chalk Box Kid

Written by Clyde Robert Bulla · Illustrated by Thomas B. Allen

A boy discovers a magical chalk factory that transforms his world.

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56 pages· 4,538 words· Est. 51 min read· 510L
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Bookroo's summary

Nine-year-old Gregory feels out of place in his new neighborhood until he stumbles upon an abandoned chalk factory. With each stroke on the brick walls, his imagination comes to life, offering him a secret escape and a chance to create something extraordinary. As Gregory's creations captivate his classmates, he must navigate the challenges of friendship and belonging. What wonders will he draw next, and how will they change his world?

From the publisher

When his dog eats a huge bone that was buried in the backyard and turns into a frightening creature, Hank agrees to help a wizard try to destroy the evil dragon that is responsible for the transformation.

At a glance
Format
Prebound-Sewn
Pages
56
Words
4,538
Reading age
7–9
Audience
Transitional Reader
Lexile
510L
Themes & topics
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Book details

Reading levels
ATOS
2.7
F&P level
~N
AR points
1
AR interest level
LG
AR quiz
255
Publication
Published
September 12, 1987
Publisher
Turtleback Books
Edition
Language
English
Type
Chapter Book
Identifiers
ISBN
9780833519122
OCLC
15316256

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