Clarice Bean Spells Trouble
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Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2004 · Est. 4 hour read

Clarice Bean Spells Trouble

Written & illustrated by Lauren Child

Part of the Clarice Bean series

Clarice faces a spelling bee and unexpected trouble, testing her loyalty and courage.

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189 pages· 28,697 words· Est. 4 hour read
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Clarice Bean is always in trouble, but nothing worries her more than the upcoming spelling bee. Inspired by her hero, Ruby Redfort, Clarice must navigate school chaos and help her friend Karl, who faces a family crisis. As Karl's troubles deepen, Clarice's unexpected act of kindness might just save the day. Will she prove that true friendship can overcome any challenge? Dive into a whirlwind of humor and heart in this delightful adventure.

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Clarice Bean is in for a spell of trouble – and shares a lesson about kindness – in this hilarious sequel to the New York Times bestseller. Clarice Bean seems to be in nonstop trouble these days, almost as much as Karl Wrenbury, who is the naughtiest boy at school. If only she could be more like her favorite book character, Ruby Redfort, girl detective, who is very good at getting out of trouble. The problem is, Mrs. Wilberton is planning a spelling bee, and just thinking about it gives Clarice a stomachache. But when Karl Wrenbury has a family problem and gets into really big trouble, Clarice does something utterly unexpected, altruistically proving Ruby Redfort’s maxim Never let a good pal down. The superbly talented Lauren Child presents a fast-paced, full-length adventure full of wacky wit, visual appeal, and a surprisingly heartwarming twist sure to reel in the most reluctant reader.

At a glance
Format
Paperback
Pages
189
Words
28,697
Reading age
8–12
Audience
Juvenile Reader
Lexile
1040L
Themes & topics
Books about friendshipBooks about bullyingBooks about writingBooks about schoolBooks about performing arts
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Book details

Reading levels
ATOS
5.3
F&P level
~Y
Scholastic level
N
AR points
4
AR interest level
LG
AR quiz
87480
Publication
Published
May 9, 2006
First published
January 1, 2004
Publisher
Candlewick
Edition
Language
English
Type
Chapter Book
Identifiers
ISBN
9780763629038

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