My Last Best Friend
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Chapter Book · Ages 7–10 · 2007 · Est. 3 hour read

My Last Best Friend

By Julie Bowe, Jana Christy (Illustrator)

Part of the Friends for Keep series

Ida's secret notes spark an unexpected friendship, but can she reveal her true self?

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160 pages· 23,238 words· Est. 3 hour read
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Ida May starts fourth grade with a vow: no new best friends. Her last one moved away, leaving her wary. Enter Stacey Merriweather, the new girl whose sparkle catches Ida's attention. Instead of introducing herself, Ida writes anonymous notes, forming a secret friendship. But when circumstances force her to reveal her identity, Ida must confront her fears. Will this revelation strengthen their bond or shatter it? Discover the heartwarming journey of friendship and courage as Ida navigates the complexities of trust and connection.

From the publisher

After her best friend moves away, fourth-grader Ida May is determined not to make another best friend, despite the efforts of a new girl in her class.

At a glance
Format
Hardcover
Pages
160
Words
23,238
Reading age
7–10
Audience
Juvenile Reader
Lexile
660L
Themes & topics
Books about friendshipBooks about schoolBooks about best friends
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The fine print

Book details

Reading levels
ATOS
3.8
F&P level
~P
AR points
3
AR interest level
MG
AR quiz
113530
Publication
Published
January 1, 2007
First published
April 1, 2007
Edition
Language
English
Type
Chapter Book
Identifiers
ISBN
9780152057770

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