Sick Day
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Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2012 · Est. 2 min read-aloud

Sick Day

Written by David McPhail

Part of the I Like to Read series

Boy gets sick, friends help him recover. Now it's his turn to care for them.

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24 pages· 175 words· Est. 2 min read-aloud· 210L
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Bookroo's summary

When Boy falls ill, his family and friends rally to help him recover. Mom offers soup, Dog brings a bone, and Bird delivers pizza. Though he refuses some gifts, Boy heals. But soon, his friends fall sick, giving Boy the chance to return their kindness. This heartwarming tale of friendship and care unfolds with simple text and expressive illustrations, inviting young readers to explore the power of love and support.

From the publisher

Loving friendships and caring for loved ones are the subjects of this poignant, easy-to-read picture book. When Boy gets sick, family and friends try to help him get well. Mom brings soup. Dog brings a bone, and Bird brings pizza. Though he declines the bone and the pizza, Boy gets well. But now his friends are sick. And now Boy has a chance to help his friends recover. Simple text and expressive illustrations tell a story of love and friendship that holds great meaning for young readers. An I Like to Read(R) book, Guided Reading Level D.

At a glance
Format
Paperback
Pages
24
Words
175
Reading age
4–8
Audience
Picture
Lexile
210L
Themes & topics
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Book details

Reading levels
ATOS
0.7
F&P level
~G
Scholastic level
D
AR points
0.5
AR interest level
LG
AR quiz
155266
Publication
Published
September 1, 2013
First published
August 1, 2012
Publisher
Holiday House
Edition
Language
English
Type
Picture Book
Identifiers
ISBN
9780823429103

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