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Chapter Book · Ages 6–8 · 2019
Ruckus
By Laurie Elmquist, David Parkins (Illustrator)
Part of the Orca Echoes series
A mischievous dog swallows something precious, testing a family's patience and love.
3.7/5 Goodreads · 10 ratings
96 pages
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Bookroo's summary
Reece's life turns chaotic with Ruckus, a rambunctious puppy meant to ease the pain of his parents' separation. But when his mom's diamond earrings vanish, suspicion falls on the little Jack Russell. As the family spirals into panic, Reece must navigate the challenges of pet ownership and family dynamics. Can they hold onto Ruckus despite the chaos he brings, or will this be the final straw? Discover the heartwarming and humorous journey of a boy, his dog, and the true meaning of family.
From the publisher
Reece’s new dog, Ruckus, tears through life like a Tyrannosaurus rex. He bites every- thing that moves and drives Reece’s mom nuts. The puppy was Dad’s idea, to make things easier for Reece after his parents’ separation, but Ruckus is not easy at all and Mom is getting fed up. When her diamond earrings go missing, it sends the family into a tailspin. What happens when a dog swallows something precious? Reece is about to find out. But they can’t give up on this little Jack Russell terror, can they? He’s family, after all.
We first met Reece and his family in the Orca Echoes title Where’s Burgess?
At a glance
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- Paperback
- Pages
- 96
- Reading age
- 6–8
- Audience
- Transitional Reader
- Lexile
- 500L
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The fine print
Book details
Reading levels
- ATOS
- ~3.3
- F&P level
- ~N
Publication
- Published
- September 3, 2019
- Publisher
- Orca Book Publishers
Edition
- Language
- English
- Type
- Chapter Book
Identifiers
- ISBN
- 9781459817951
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