My New Boy
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Picture Book · Ages 4–6 · 1986 · Est. 3 min read-aloud

My New Boy

Written by Joan Phillips · Illustrated by Lynn Munsinger

A puppy finds a new home with a young boy and learns to take care of him.

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32 pages· 261 words· Est. 3 min read-aloud· 310L
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Bookroo's summary

Dive into a whimsical story perfect for budding readers. With large print and simple vocabulary, this tale is filled with humor and vibrant illustrations. Will the characters' antics bring laughter and joy? Perfect for reading alone or sharing aloud, this book promises a delightful adventure for young minds.

From the publisher

Illus. in full color. “Designed for children who are just beginning to readindependently, this humorous story has very large print, simple vocabulary, andlively, amusing illustrations. Should be appealing, whether used for readingalone or reading aloud.”– “Bulletin, Center for Children’s Books.”

At a glance
Format
Paperback
Pages
32
Words
261
Reading age
4–6
Audience
Early Reader
Lexile
310L
Themes & topics
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Book details

Reading levels
ATOS
1
F&P level
~J
AR points
0.5
AR interest level
LG
AR quiz
7234
Publication
Published
September 12, 1986
First published
January 1, 1986
Publisher
Random House Books for Young Readers
Edition
Language
English
Type
Picture Book
Identifiers
ISBN
9780394882772
LCCN
2002153663
OCLC
53204891

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