Slim's Good-bye
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Chapter Book · Ages 8–11 · 2000 · Est. 3.5 hour read

Slim's Good-bye

Book #34 in the Hank the Cowdog series

A cowboy leaves the ranch, but his loyal dogs face unexpected adventures on the road.

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132 pages· 23,713 words· Est. 3.5 hour read
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As the ranch struggles, Slim leaves to find work, unknowingly taking Hank and Drover along. The dogs face a series of unexpected adventures, from mysterious penguins to a potential new job as Head of Chicken Security. Stuck on a cold porch, will they find their way back or discover a new path? Join Hank and Drover as they navigate the unknown, questioning where the road will lead them next.

From the publisher

When the ranch falls on hard times in the winter, Slim the cowboy decides not to be a burden. Slim packs up and hits the road in search of another job. Hank and Drover hitch a ride, thinking they’re headed for town. Are they going to Canada? Are those penguins by the road? Will Hank have to get a new job as Head of Chicken Security? Hank and Drover find themselves stuck on Slim’s porch in the cold.

At a glance
Format
Paperback
Pages
132
Words
23,713
Reading age
8–11
Audience
Juvenile Reader
Lexile
620L
Themes & topics
Books about cultureBooks about dogsBooks about cowboys and cowgirlsBooks about rural livingBooks about farm life and ranch life
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The series

The Hank the Cowdog series

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The Original Adventures of Hank the Cowdog
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Book details

Reading levels
ATOS
4.5
F&P level
~O
AR points
3
AR interest level
MG
AR quiz
36495
Publication
Published
October 15, 2011
First published
January 1, 2000
Edition
Language
English
Type
Chapter Book
Identifiers
ISBN
9781591881346

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