Lilly's Big Day
Lilly's Big Day
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Lilly's Big Day

Written and illustrated by Kevin Henkes
Part of the Lilly Book Series
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$18.89
$17.95
4 - 8
Reading age
40
Page count
660L
Lexile measure
Mar 28, 2006
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In this companion to Lilly’s Purple Plastic Purse, readers will discover a funny, poignant tale about facing life’s disappointments and celebrating happy surprises.Lilly’s favorite teacher, Mr. Slinger, is getting married, and Lilly is going to be his flower girl! Well, Lilly, thinks she is going to be his flower girl. It turns out that Mr. Slinger’s niece Ginger is the official flower girl. But Lilly rises to the occasion as only Lilly can, turning heartbreak into wedding cake (a delicious three-tiered frosted Swiss cheese, no less), and disappointment into friendship! A #1 New York Times bestseller by Caldecott Medalist Kevin Henkes.This award-winning and beautifully illustrated picture book about friendship, perseverance, loyalty, love, weddings, and family is the companion to the bestselling classic Lilly’s Purple Plastic Purse.

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Book Details

ISBN
9780060742379
Publication Date
March 28, 2006
Publisher
Greenwillow Books
Page Count
40
Audience
Picture
Reading Age
4 - 8 years
Lib. of Congress (LCCN)
2004052263
WorldCat Number (OCLC)
55765369
Lexile® Level
660L
Est. Fountas & Pinnell Level
~P
Est. ATOS® Book Level
~4.3

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