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Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 1988 · Est. 8 min read-aloud
Chester's Way
Written & illustrated by Kevin Henkes
Three friends navigate their relationships and individuality as they grow and learn together.
32 pages· 1,005 words· Est. 8 min read-aloud
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Bookroo's summary
Chester and Wilson are inseparable, sharing every habit and routine. Their world is perfectly synchronized until Lilly, a spirited newcomer with her own unique ways, moves in. As Lilly's vibrant personality disrupts their orderly lives, Chester faces the challenge of embracing change and discovering the beauty of new friendships. Will Chester and Wilson adapt to Lilly's influence, or will their bond be tested? This charming tale explores the joys of friendship and the courage to try new things.
From the publisher
Chester and Wilson had their own way of doing things, and they did everything together. When they cut their sandwiches, it was always diagonally. When they rode their bikes, they always used had signals. If Chester was hungry, Wilson was too. They were two of a kind, and that’s the way it was - until indomitable Lilly, who had “her” own way of doing things, moved into the neighborhood.
At a glance
- Format
- Pages
- 32
- Words
- 1,005
- Reading age
- 4–8
- Audience
- Picture
- Lexile
- 570L
What readers & critics say
Reviews
4.8
out of 7
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The fine print
Book details
Reading levels
- ATOS
- 3.4
- F&P level
- ~O
- AR points
- 0.5
- AR interest level
- LG
- AR quiz
- 9114
Publication
- Published
- September 22, 1997
- First published
- August 15, 1988
- Publisher
- Greenwillow Books
Edition
- Language
- English
- Type
- Picture Book
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