Lazy Lions, Lucky Lambs
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Chapter Book · Ages 6–9 · 1985 · Est. 1.5 hour read

Lazy Lions, Lucky Lambs

Written by Patricia Reilly Giff

Part of the The Kids of the Polk Street School series

A young boy struggles to find a real person to write about for a school project, while navigating the challenges of elementary school and his relationships with his family and friends.

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80 pages· 7,209 words· Est. 1.5 hour read
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In Ms. Rooney's classroom, the assignment is to write about real people, but for Beast, writing is a daunting challenge. As he grapples with his worst subject, will he find a way to express himself and meet the expectations? With school pressures mounting, Beast must navigate the tricky world of friends, family, and self-discovery. Can he overcome his fears and find his voice, or will this assignment be his undoing? Dive into a tale of perseverance and growth where every word counts.

From the publisher

The children in Ms. Rooney’s room are supposed to be writing about real people, but writing is Beast’s worst subject.”Comfortably portrays the world of school and home, friends and family. Sims’ lively pencil sketches augment the story.”– “School Library Journal.”

At a glance
Format
Paperback
Pages
80
Words
7,209
Reading age
6–9
Audience
Early Reader
Lexile
490L
Themes & topics
Books about friendshipBooks about schoolBooks about writingBooks about self-discoveryBooks about schools
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The fine print

Book details

Reading levels
ATOS
2.7
F&P level
~M
AR points
1
AR interest level
LG
AR quiz
157
Publication
Published
February 1, 1985
First published
January 1, 1985
Publisher
Yearling
Edition
Language
English
Type
Chapter Book
Identifiers
ISBN
9780440446408

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