Nobody's Perfect. I'm As Close As It Gets.
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Chapter Book · Ages 9–12 · 2012 · Est. 2 hour read

Nobody's Perfect. I'm As Close As It Gets.

By Jim Benton

Part of the Dear Dumb Diary Year Two series

Middle schooler Jamie's diary reveals hilarious, snarky insights. Don't let her know you're reading it.

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160 pages· 15,625 words· Est. 2 hour read
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Jamie Kelly's diary is back, filled with her witty take on middle school life. As she navigates friendships and school drama, Jamie shares her unique wisdom, like why trying less is a sign of love. But remember, she has no idea you're peeking into her world. Will her secrets stay safe, or will her diary be discovered? Dive into Jamie's laugh-out-loud journey and find out what happens when everything gets a year dumber. Just don't let her know you're reading!

At a glance
Format
Prebound-Glued
Pages
160
Words
15,625
Reading age
9–12
Audience
Middle Grade
Lexile
860L
Themes & topics
Books about friendshipBooks about social themesBooks about schoolBooks about diariesBooks about growing up
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Book details

Reading levels
ATOS
~5.5
F&P level
~T
Publication
Published
January 1, 2013
First published
December 15, 2012
Edition
Language
English
Type
Chapter Book
Identifiers
ISBN
9780606315357

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