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The Mouse and the Motorcycle
Ages 7–11 · 1965
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Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 1953 · Est. 3.5 hour read
Otis Spofford
Written by Beverly Cleary · Illustrated by Tracy Dockray
Book #2 in the Ellen & Otis series
A prankster faces unexpected consequences when his teasing goes too far.
3.9/5 Goodreads · 2,827 ratings
208 pages· 25,846 words· Est. 3.5 hour read
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Bookroo's summary
Otis Spofford thrives on chaos, turning classrooms into arenas of mischief. His favorite target? The impeccably behaved Ellen Tebbits. But when his antics cross the line, Otis finds himself in uncharted territory. Ellen isn't just upset; she's plotting her own form of payback. As Otis navigates the fallout of his actions, he must confront the possibility that his carefree days of teasing might have serious repercussions. What will Ellen do, and how will Otis handle the unexpected turn of events? Dive into this tale of mischief, consequences, and unexpected alliances.
From the publisher
When it comes to stirring up a little excitement in class, Otis Spofford knows just what to do. He can turn a folk dance fiesta into a three-ring circus . . . or an arithmetic lesson into a spitball marathon. Best of all, Otis likes teasing neat, well-behaved Ellen Tebbits—until the day his teasing goes too far. Now Otis is nervous, because Ellen isn’t just mad . . . she’s planning something!
At a glance
- Format
- Paperback
- Pages
- 208
- Words
- 25,846
- Reading age
- 8–12
- Audience
- Middle Grade
- Lexile
- 720L
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The fine print
Book details
Reading levels
- ATOS
- 4.6
- F&P level
- ~Q
- Scholastic level
- O
- AR points
- 4
- AR interest level
- MG
- AR quiz
- 6482
Publication
- Published
- September 12, 1953
- First published
- January 1, 1953
- Publisher
- HarperCollins
Edition
- Language
- English
- Type
- Chapter Book
Identifiers
- ISBN
- 9780380709199
- LCCN
- 53006660
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