Rita & Ralph's Rotten Day
Rita & Ralph's Rotten Day

Rita & Ralph's Rotten Day

Written by Carmen Agra Deedy & illustrated by Pete Oswald
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4 - 8
Reading age
48
Page count
AD500L
Lexile measure
Mar 3, 2020
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Have you ever been REALLY mad at your best friend?* “This well-crafted story is an excellent choice for those seeking books featuring conflict-resolution.” – Booklist, starred reviewIn two little houses, on two little hills, lived two best friends…So begins the story of Rita and Ralph. Every day they meet to play beneath the apple tree. It’s always fun and games – until one roundly rotten day when a new game means someone ends up crying. Who knew it could be so hard to say “I’m sorry”?Just when it seems nothing will ever be right again, a surprising thing happens. The old friends try something new, that isn’t new at all. Something they’ve done a hundred times…Carmen Agra Deedy’s brilliant storytelling combined with Pete Oswald’s spirited illustrations make for a comforting tale of healing and true friendship.

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      Pete Oswald

      As a seasoned professional in the animation industry, Pete Oswald’s credits include traditional animation, CG, and stop motion. Pete’s work as an illustrator and designer includes Foster’s Home for Imaginary Friends, Madagascar 2, Cloudy with a Chance of Meatballs, ParaNorman, and Hotel Transylvania. His short film, The Story of Walls (2009), earned him an Annie Award nomination. Pete and his family live in Santa Monica, California.

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    Book Details

    ISBN
    9781338216387
    Publication Date
    March 3, 2020
    Publisher
    Scholastic Press
    Original Publication Date
    March 3, 2020
    Page Count
    48
    Reading Age
    4 - 8 years
    Lib. of Congress (LCCN)
    2018060396
    Lexile® Level
    AD500L
    Est. Fountas & Pinnell Level
    ~N
    ATOS® Book Level
    2.8
    Accelerated Reader® Points
    0.5
    Accelerated Reader Quiz
    508184
    Accelerated Reader Interest Level
    LG

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