Everett Anderson's Friend
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Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 1976 · Est. 4 min read-aloud

Everett Anderson's Friend

Written by Lucille Clifton · Illustrated by Ann Grifalconi

A boy's new neighbor challenges his expectations.

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32 pages· 440 words· Est. 4 min read-aloud· NC990L
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Bookroo's summary

Everett's world is turned upside down when he discovers his new neighbor is not who he expected. As he navigates this surprising friendship, will his preconceived notions hold him back, or will he embrace the unexpected? Discover how a simple move next door can lead to life-changing revelations.

From the publisher

At first, Everett is disappointed to find that his new neighbor is a girl.

Awards

Coretta Scott King Honor (1977)
At a glance
Format
Hardcover
Pages
32
Words
440
Reading age
4–8
Audience
Picture
Lexile
NC990L
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Book details

Reading levels
ATOS
2.9
F&P level
~X
AR points
0.5
AR interest level
LG
AR quiz
58535
Publication
Published
October 15, 1992
First published
January 1, 1976
Publisher
Henry Holt and Co. (BYR)
Edition
Language
English
Type
Picture Book
Identifiers
ISBN
9780805022469
LCCN
92008030
OCLC
25412567

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