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Picture Book · Ages 5–9 · 2013 · Est. 39 min read-aloud
Marion Takes a Break
Written by Callie Barkley · Illustrated by Marsha Riti
Book #4 in the The Critter Club series
A young girl named Marion struggles to cope with a sprained ankle that prevents her from participating in the horse show and other activities she loves.
4.3/5 Goodreads · 556 ratings
128 pages· 4,989 words· Est. 39 min read-aloud
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Bookroo's summary
Marion's packed schedule of violin lessons and horse training leaves her overwhelmed. An unexpected injury halts her plans, but with the support of her Critter Club friends, she finds joy in unexpected places. As her ankle heals, Marion uncovers a hidden talent and learns that success isn't just about winning. Will she embrace this new perspective and find balance in her life?
From the publisher
When an injury slows her down, Marion counts on The Critter Club to help her realize what’s most important. From violin lessons to training for an upcoming horse competition, Marion is scheduled to the max. Even though she always makes time for her duties at The Critter Club, she is beginning to feel overwhelmed. But when an accident forces Marion to slow down, Marion relies on her friends (the two- and four-legged ones) to cheer her up! As Marion’s ankle heals, she discovers a new talent–and realizes that winning isn’t everything. With easy-to-read language and illustrations on almost every page, The Critter Club chapter books are perfect for beginning readers.
At a glance
- Format
- Paperback
- Pages
- 128
- Words
- 4,989
- Reading age
- 5–9
- Audience
- Juvenile Reader
- Lexile
- 630L
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The fine print
Book details
Reading levels
- ATOS
- 3.4
- F&P level
- ~O
- AR points
- 1
- AR interest level
- LG
- AR quiz
- 159916
Publication
- Published
- July 9, 2013
- Publisher
- Little Simon
Edition
- Language
- English
- Type
- Picture Book
Identifiers
- ISBN
- 9781442467729
- LCCN
- 2012020390
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