Number One Kid
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Chapter Book · Ages 6–9 · 2010 · Est. 1.5 hour read

Number One Kid

By Patricia Reilly Giff, Alasdair Bright (Illustrator)

Part of the Zigzag Kids series

Mitchell fears missing out on Prize Day at the after-school center.

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80 pages· 6,775 words· Est. 1.5 hour read
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Mitchell McCabe wants to be Number One at the Zigzag Afternoon Center, where activities abound. But with Prize Day looming, he's anxious about being left out. As he navigates swimming, art, and more, Mitchell discovers his unique talent, proving he's a winner in his own right. Join this lively group of kids for a journey filled with friendship, fun, and unexpected triumphs.

From the publisher

The author of the beloved Kids of the Polk Street School series introduces a new generation of readers to a multicultural group of kids who enjoy all the activities of an after-school center. I’M #1! That’s what Mitchell McCabe’s favorite T-shirt says. He’d like to be Number One at the Zigzag Afternoon Center, where there are lots of fun activities to choose from: swimming, nature walks, field trips, art, even homework help. And YAY–there’s snack time! But Mitchell is worried. What if he’s the only kid who doesn’t get a prize on Prize Day? Luckily, Mitchell realizes he’s a winner at something terrific. In this delightful new series, award-winning author Patricia Reilly Giff introduces readers to a quirky, lovable group of kids, capturing all the excitement and surprises of new friends and after-school fun.

At a glance
Format
Paperback
Pages
80
Words
6,775
Reading age
6–9
Audience
Juvenile Reader
Lexile
450L
Themes & topics
Books about movingBooks about schoolBooks about siblingsBooks about self-esteemBooks about confidence
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The fine print

Book details

Reading levels
ATOS
2.5
F&P level
~M
AR points
1
AR interest level
LG
AR quiz
138699
Publication
Published
August 10, 2010
First published
August 1, 2010
Publisher
Yearling
Edition
Language
English
Type
Chapter Book
Identifiers
ISBN
9780553494686

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