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Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2005 · Est. 4.5 hour read
Poppy's Return
Written by Avi · Illustrated by Brian Floca
Book #6 in the Poppy Stories series
Poppy returns to save her family, facing unexpected adventures with her son and quirky companions.
4.0/5 Goodreads · 1,492 ratings
256 pages· 32,651 words· Est. 4.5 hour read
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Bookroo's summary
Poppy must return to Gray House to save her family from an unknown threat. She brings her rebellious son, Junior, hoping the journey through Dimwood Forest will mend their bond. Joined by Junior's skunk friend, Mephitis, and the grumpy porcupine, Ereth, they embark on a path filled with unexpected challenges. Can Poppy protect her loved ones and reconnect with her son amidst the chaos? Adventure and surprises await as they navigate the forest's mysteries.
From the publisher
The fifth book in the beloved Poppy series by Newbery Medal-winning author Avi, with illustrations from Caldecott Medal-winning artist Brian Floca There’s trouble at Gray House, the girlhood home that Poppy left long ago. Poppy’s family has called her back to save them all–mother, father, sisters and brothers, and dozens and dozens of deer mouse cousins.Poppy invites her rebellious son, Junior, to join her on the long trip across Dimwood Forest, hoping the journey will bring them closer together. But with Junior’s skunk pal, Mephitis, and Ereth, the cantankerous porcupine, in tow–sugared slug soup!–Poppy and Junior may be in for unexpected adventure.
At a glance
- Format
- Pages
- 256
- Words
- 32,651
- Reading age
- 8–12
- Audience
- Middle Grade
- Lexile
- 570L
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The fine print
Book details
Reading levels
- ATOS
- 4.1
- F&P level
- ~O
- AR points
- 5
- AR interest level
- MG
- AR quiz
- 100775
Publication
- Published
- June 9, 2020
- First published
- January 1, 2005
- Publisher
- HarperCollins
Edition
- Language
- English
- Type
- Chapter Book
Identifiers
- ISBN
- 9780060000141
- OCLC
- 71125603
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