Ruby and Lonely
Ruby and Lonely
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Ruby and Lonely

Written by Patrice Karst & illustrated by Kayla Harren
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$17.99
$16.97
5 - 8
Reading age
32
Page count
630L
Lexile measure
Sep 12, 2023
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From the bestselling author of The Invisible String comes a timely and powerful story about a little girl who has a big problem with feeling lonely.Ruby’s got a problem. At school and at home, everyone is so busy all the time, and no one seems to notice her at all. Ruby finds herself feeling kind of…lonely. It’s a big problem! But one day, while walking home alone after school, she decides to look at her problem from a new angle. She even gives it a name–Lonely–a seemingly small but significant decision that transforms her problem, and entire life, in the most surprising and extraordinary way. Join Ruby as she discovers her inner best friend in this relatable and heartwarming story. A note from the author and discussion questions are included.

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lonelinessfeelings and emotionsimaginationself-esteemconfidencesocial themesself-esteem and self-reliancevalues and virtuesimaginary friends

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    Book Details

    ISBN
    9781662508042
    Publication Date
    September 12, 2023
    Publisher
    Two Lions
    Page Count
    32
    Reading Age
    5 - 8 years
    Lexile® Level
    630L
    Est. Fountas & Pinnell Level
    ~O
    Est. ATOS® Book Level
    ~4.1

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