Like Jake and Me
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Chapter Book · Ages 7–9 · 1984 · Est. 27 min read

Like Jake and Me

By Mavis Jukes

A stepfather and stepson navigate their new family dynamic.

3.7/5 Goodreads · 588 ratings
64 pages· 2,393 words· Est. 27 min read
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Bookroo's summary

A stepfather and his stepson embark on a journey to understand each other, celebrating their differences while discovering shared bonds. Can they forge a new family amidst their unique challenges?

From the publisher

In this Newbery Honor winning story from 1984, a new family builds a relationship as a stepfather and stepson celebrate their differences and take heart in their similarities.”

At a glance
Format
Paperback
Pages
64
Words
2,393
Reading age
7–9
Audience
Early Reader
Lexile
400L
Themes & topics
Books about spidersBooks about familyBooks about father-son relationshipsBooks about blended familiesBooks about farm life
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Book details

Reading levels
ATOS
~2.8
F&P level
~L
Publication
Published
December 27, 2005
First published
August 12, 1984
Publisher
Yearling
Edition
Language
English
Type
Chapter Book
Identifiers
ISBN
9780440421221

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