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Chapter Book · Ages 7–11 · 2010 · Est. 3.5 hour read
Emma Dilemma, the Nanny, and the Secret Ferret
Written by Patricia Hermes · Illustrated by Abby Carter
Part of the Emma Dilemma series
A secret ferret and a threatened tree test Emma's summer in Maine.
4.2/5 Goodreads · 33 ratings
146 pages· 24,129 words· Est. 3.5 hour read
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Bookroo's summary
Emma's summer in Maine spirals as she sneaks her pet ferret on vacation and battles a neighbor intent on cutting down her beloved tree. With her family unaware, Emma must decide how much to confide in her trusted nanny and parents. Can she protect her furry friend and save the tree without losing their trust? As tensions rise, Emma learns valuable lessons about responsibility and the surprising wisdom of adults. Will her secret plans succeed, or will they unravel her summer dreams?
From the publisher
Emma tries to prevent her neighbors from building a mcmansion
At a glance
- Format
- Paperback
- Pages
- 146
- Words
- 24,129
- Reading age
- 7–11
- Audience
- Juvenile Reader
- Lexile
- 540L
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