Counting by 7s
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Chapter Book · Ages 10–14 · 2013 · Est. 7 hour read

Counting by 7s

By Holly Goldberg Sloan

A young genius seeks connection and family after a tragic loss.

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416 pages· 62,679 words· Est. 7 hour read
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Willow Chance, a twelve-year-old genius, finds solace in counting by 7s. Her world shatters when her adoptive parents die in a car crash, leaving her alone. As she navigates her grief, Willow embarks on a journey to find a new family. Along the way, she encounters a diverse group of individuals who challenge and support her in unexpected ways. Can Willow rebuild her life and discover the true meaning of family amidst her loss? This poignant tale explores resilience, community, and the bonds that unite us.

From the publisher

Twelve-year-old genius and outsider Willow Chance must figure out how to connect with other people and find a surrogate family for herself after her parents are killed in a car accident.

Awards

The E.B. White Read Aloud Honor (2014)
At a glance
Format
Pages
416
Words
62,679
Reading age
10–14
Audience
Middle Grade
Lexile
770L
Themes & topics
Books about coping with deathBooks about griefBooks about connecting with othersBooks about Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)Books about friendship
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Book details

Reading levels
ATOS
5.6
F&P level
~R
AR points
10
AR interest level
MG
AR quiz
160220
Publication
Published
September 16, 2014
First published
August 29, 2013
Edition
Language
English
Type
Chapter Book
Identifiers
ISBN
9780142422861

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