Claude in the Country
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Chapter Book · Ages 7–9 · 2012 · Est. 29 min read

Claude in the Country

Written & illustrated by Alex T. Smith

Part of the Claude series

A bull disrupts the County Fair. Can Claude save the day with cowboy skills?

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96 pages· 2,578 words· Est. 29 min read
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Claude and his quirky friend Sir Bobblysock venture to the countryside for a farm adventure. From gathering eggs to cleaning pigs, Claude tries his hand at farm life. But when a menacing bull crashes the County Fair, Claude must channel his inner cowboy to avert disaster. Will his quick thinking and creativity be enough to save the day? Dive into this laugh-out-loud tale filled with unexpected twists and delightful surprises, perfect for young readers transitioning from picture books to chapter books.

From the publisher

Claude and Sir Bobblysock go down on the farm for another madcap adventure. From the hilarious early chapter book series by award-winning author Alex T. Smith.”Another strong entry in this delightfully odd series for picture book readers ready to dip a toe into chapter book waters.” ―School Library JournalClaude and Sir Bobblysock head to the country where they help out down on the farm. Claude gathers chickens’ eggs, cleans the pigs, and even tries his hand at being a sheepdog. But when a fearsome bull interrupts the County Fair, Claude must think like a cowboy to save the day!Quirky, delightfully odd, and positively surreal, Alex T. Smith’s illustrated early chapter book series promises giggle-filled bedtime reading and a laugh-out-loud option for readers transitioning from picture books to chapter books. Black and white illustrations throughout. Available in eBook.Also by Alex T. Smith: Claude at the BeachClaude on the Big ScreenClaude at the CircusClaude in the CityClaude in the SpotlightClaude on the SlopesMr. Penguin and the Catastrophic CruiseMr. Penguin and the Fortress of SecretsMr. Penguin and the Lost Treasure

At a glance
Format
Hardcover
Pages
96
Words
2,578
Reading age
7–9
Audience
Transitional Reader
Lexile
790L
Themes & topics
Books about dogsBooks about farmsBooks about country lifeBooks about socks
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The fine print

Book details

Reading levels
ATOS
4.5
F&P level
~S
AR points
0.5
AR interest level
LG
AR quiz
180249
Publication
Published
April 1, 2016
First published
October 1, 2012
Edition
Language
English
Type
Chapter Book
Identifiers
ISBN
9781561459186

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