Pinky Pye
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Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 1958

Pinky Pye

Written by Eleanor Estes · Illustrated by Edward Ardizzone

Book #2 in the The Pyes series

A kitten joins the Pye family, revealing unexpected talents.

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288 pages· 890L
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On Fire Island, the Pye family, known for their clever pets, welcomes a new member—a small black kitten named Pinky. As they enjoy a summer of bird-watching, Pinky surprises everyone with her extraordinary abilities, including typing her own life story. With each playful antic, she earns her place in their hearts, leaving Rachel and Jerry in awe. What other secrets might this remarkable kitten reveal?

From the publisher

An ALA Notable Book “A captivating story, told with loving tenderness, whimsical humor, suspense, it has all the special magic that is Eleanor Estes’ trademark. . . . Don’t miss it.” –Chicago Tribune Meet Pinky, a furious black kitten who adopts the Pye family. The Pyes have some of the smartest pets around–there’s Ginger the intellectual dog, and Gracie the clever old cat–but Pinky is more than smart enough to earn a place in the Pye’s hearts. She can box with Ginger, play games with Mr. Pye, and–Rachel and Jerry can hardly believe their eyes–even type out her life story!

At a glance
Format
Paperback
Pages
288
Reading age
8–12
Audience
Juvenile Reader
Lexile
890L
Themes & topics
Books about catsBooks about family
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Book details

Reading levels
ATOS
~5.7
F&P level
~U
Publication
Published
April 4, 2017
First published
January 1, 1958
Publisher
Clarion Books
Edition
Language
English
Type
Chapter Book
Identifiers
ISBN
9780544927803

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