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Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 1994 · Est. 10 min read-aloud
My Rotten Redheaded Older Brother
Written & illustrated by Patricia Polacco
Part of the Aladdin Picture Books series
A wish on a star challenges sibling rivalry and reveals unexpected truths.
32 pages· 1,280 words· Est. 10 min read-aloud
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Bookroo's summary
Patricia is tired of losing to her older brother, Richard, in every competition. From running to climbing, he always wins with a smug grin. Desperate to outshine him, she wishes on a shooting star. But wishes have a way of surprising us. Can Patricia finally best her brother, or will she discover something more valuable? Dive into a tale of sibling rivalry, unexpected twists, and the true meaning of family bonds.
From the publisher
After losing running, climbing, throwing, and burping competitions to her obnoxious older brother, a young girl makes a wish on a falling star.
At a glance
- Format
- Pages
- 32
- Words
- 1,280
- Reading age
- 4–8
- Audience
- Picture
- Lexile
- AD630L
Inside the book
A peek between the covers
What readers & critics say
Reviews
4.5
out of 7
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The fine print
Book details
Reading levels
- ATOS
- 3.3
- F&P level
- ~O
- AR points
- 0.5
- AR interest level
- LG
- AR quiz
- 11383
Publication
- Published
- September 1, 1994
- Publisher
- Simon SchusterPaula Wiseman Books
Edition
- Language
- English
- Type
- Picture Book
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