Rules
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Chapter Book · Ages 9–12 · 2006 · Est. 3.5 hour read

Rules

Written by Cynthia Lord

Catherine's quest for normalcy is upended by unexpected friendships and self-discovery.

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208 pages· 31,420 words· Est. 3.5 hour read· 670L
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Bookroo's summary

Twelve-year-old Catherine craves a normal life, but her brother's autism makes it challenging. As she navigates her summer, she befriends Jason, a paraplegic boy, and Kristi, the neighbor she's always wanted. These new relationships force Catherine to confront her own perceptions and behaviors, leading her to question what 'normal' truly means. Can she find acceptance in a world that defies her expectations?

From the publisher

Frustrated at life with an autistic brother, twelve-year-old Catherine longs for a normal existence but her world is further complicated by a friendship with a young paraplegic.

Awards

Newbery Honor (2007)Schneider Family Book Award (2007)
At a glance
Format
Pages
208
Words
31,420
Reading age
9–12
Audience
Middle Grade
Lexile
670L
Themes & topics
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Book details

Reading levels
ATOS
3.9
F&P level
~P
AR points
4
AR interest level
MG
AR quiz
106154
Publication
Published
January 1, 2006
Publisher
Scholastic Press
Edition
Language
English
Type
Chapter Book
Identifiers
ISBN
9780439443821
LCCN
2005017519
OCLC
817795050

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