Franklin Rides a Bike
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Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 1997 · Est. 6 min read-aloud

Franklin Rides a Bike

Written by Paulette Bourgeois · Illustrated by Brenda Clark

Part of the Franklin series

A young turtle struggles to ride a bike without training wheels.

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32 pages· 708 words· Est. 6 min read-aloud· 500L
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Bookroo's summary

Franklin the turtle is determined to ride his bike without training wheels, but finds it harder than expected. As his friends effortlessly zoom by, Franklin must confront his fears and frustrations. Will he find the courage to keep trying, or will he give up on his dream? Discover how Franklin learns that perseverance and patience are key to mastering new skills.

From the publisher

In this Franklin Classic Storybook, Franklin is determined to ride his bike without training wheels, and he can’t understand why it seems so easy for his friends — or why it’s so hard for him.

At a glance
Format
Paperback
Pages
32
Words
708
Reading age
4–8
Audience
Picture
Lexile
500L
Themes & topics
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Book details

Reading levels
ATOS
2.6
F&P level
~N
AR points
0.5
AR interest level
LG
AR quiz
16877
Publication
Published
February 1, 2011
First published
January 1, 1997
Publisher
Kids Can Press
Edition
Language
English
Type
Picture Book
Identifiers
ISBN
9781554537310

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