Rick Is Sick
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$574
Picture Book · Ages 4–7 · 2002 · Est. 1 min read-aloud

Rick Is Sick

Written & illustrated by David McPhail

A sick bear finds comfort in a friend's care.

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24 pages· 53 words· Est. 1 min read-aloud
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Bookroo's summary

When Rick the bear falls ill, his friend Jack the rabbit steps in to brighten his day. As Jack's playful antics unfold, Rick discovers that being sick isn't so bad with a caring friend by his side. Will Jack's efforts be enough to lift Rick's spirits? Join this heartwarming tale of friendship and see how a little kindness can make all the difference.

From the publisher

The stars of Jack and Rick are back in another playful adventure. And this time Rick learns that being sick isn’t so bad when you have a helpful friend–especially when that friend is Jack!

At a glance
Format
Paperback
Pages
24
Words
53
Reading age
4–7
Audience
First Reader
Lexile
~27L
Themes & topics
Books about friendshipBooks about bearsBooks about illnessBooks about familyBooks about parents
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Book details

Reading levels
ATOS
0.4
F&P level
~A
Scholastic level
D
AR points
0.5
AR interest level
LG
AR quiz
76155
Publication
Published
April 1, 2004
First published
January 1, 2002
Publisher
Clarion Books
Edition
Language
English
Type
Picture Book
Identifiers
ISBN
9780152050924

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