Franklin's Bad Day
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Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 1996 · Est. 5 min read-aloud

Franklin's Bad Day

Written by Paulette Bourgeois · Illustrated by Brenda Clark

Part of the Franklin series

Franklin's friend moved away. Can he find a way to keep their friendship alive?

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32 pages· 646 words· Est. 5 min read-aloud· 540L
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Franklin's world turns upside down when his friend Otter moves away, leaving him in a swirl of mishaps and disappointments. As he navigates his new reality, Franklin must find a way to bridge the distance and keep their friendship alive. Will he discover a solution to stay connected with Otter, or will their bond fade away? Join Franklin on this heartfelt journey of friendship and resilience, where every challenge brings a new opportunity for connection.

From the publisher

Since Franklin’s friend Otter moved away, nothing seems to go right — until Franklin figures out a way he and Otter can stay friends. Another Franklin Classic Storybook to delight young readers.

At a glance
Format
Paperback
Pages
32
Words
646
Reading age
4–8
Audience
Picture
Lexile
540L
Themes & topics
Books about friendshipBooks about feelings and emotionsBooks about movingBooks about turtles and tortoisesBooks about social themes
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Book details

Reading levels
ATOS
2.5
F&P level
~N
AR points
0.5
AR interest level
LG
AR quiz
16956
Publication
Published
February 1, 2011
First published
January 1, 1996
Edition
Language
English
Type
Picture Book
Identifiers
ISBN
9781554537327

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