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Picture Book · Ages 5–7 · 2004 · Est. 12 min read-aloud
Picky Peggy
By Jennifer Dussling, Lynn Adams (Illustrator)
Part of the Science Solves It! series
Can Peggy save her duckling with science and nutrition?
4.1/5 Goodreads · 36 ratings
32 pages· 1,507 words· Est. 12 min read-aloud
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Bookroo's summary
Peggy receives a baby duck named Fluff, but when his feathers droop and eyes lose their shine, she must uncover the mystery behind his decline. As she dives into the world of science, Peggy learns the vital role of nutrition for both ducks and herself. Will her newfound knowledge be enough to help Fluff thrive? Join Peggy on this educational adventure where science meets real-life challenges, and discover how thinking like a scientist can solve everyday mysteries. Perfect for young readers eager to explore the wonders of STEM through engaging stories and hands-on activities.
From the publisher
Solve kid-sized dilemmas and mysteries with the Science Solves It! series. These fun books for kids ages 5-8 blend clever stories with real-life science. Why did the dog turn green? Can you control a hiccup? Is that a UFO? Find the answers to these questions and more as kid characters dive into physical, life, and earth sciences. When Mr. Cooper gives Peggy a new baby duck, she promises to take good care of it. But when Fluff’s feathers begin to droop and his eyes are no longer bright and shiny, Peggy discovers why and learns that good nutrition is very important - for growing ducks and growing girls! Books in this perfect STEM series will help kids think like scientists and get ahead in the classroom. Activities and experiments are included in every book! (Level One; Science topic: Nutrition)
At a glance
- Format
- Paperback
- Pages
- 32
- Words
- 1,507
- Reading age
- 5–7
- Audience
- Early Reader
- Lexile
- 500L
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The fine print
Book details
Reading levels
- ATOS
- 3
- F&P level
- ~N
- Scholastic level
- L
- AR points
- 0.5
- AR interest level
- LG
- AR quiz
- 76237
Publication
- Published
- January 1, 2004
- Publisher
- Astra Publishing House
Edition
- Language
- English
- Type
- Picture Book
Identifiers
- ISBN
- 9781575651385
- LCCN
- 2003012855
- OCLC
- 52644406
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