Slower Than a Slug
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$1813
Picture Book · Ages 6–6 · 2007 · Est. 1 min read-aloud

Slower Than a Slug

Written by Larry Dane Brimner · Illustrated by Deborah Zemke

Part of the Rookie Readers series

A sibling rivalry unfolds in a rhyming race of opposites.

3.3/5 Goodreads · 14 ratings
32 pages· 127 words· Est. 1 min read-aloud
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A boy and his little sister engage in a playful, rhyming debate over who is faster. As they race through their day, opposites collide, creating a lively and rhythmic adventure. Will their friendly competition reveal more than just speed? Dive into this charming tale where language and rivalry intertwine, sparking curiosity and laughter.

From the publisher

Fits national reading standards by linking images to the text to provide picture clues and introduces age-appropriate vocabulary.- This series meets the Reading First initiative.- The repetitive language, structure, and rhyming patterns help children decipher words.- Word lists at the back of each book help build reading vocabularies.Grades K-4 Social Studies StandardsCulture: I- Describe ways in which language, stories, folktales, music, and artistic creations serve as expressions of culture and influence behavior of people living in a particular culture.Individual Development and Identity: IV- Work independently and cooperatively to accomplish goals.- Explore factors that contribute to one’s personal identity such as interests, capabilities, and perceptions.- Describe the unique features of one’s nuclear and extended families.- Identify and describe ways family, groups, and community influence the individual’s daily life and personal choices.

At a glance
Format
Library Binding
Pages
32
Words
127
Reading age
6–6
Audience
Early Reader
Lexile
210L
Themes & topics
Books about siblingsBooks about competitionBooks about familiesBooks about speedBooks about family
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Book details

Reading levels
ATOS
0.9
F&P level
~G
AR points
0.5
AR interest level
LG
AR quiz
115451
Publication
Published
March 1, 2007
Publisher
Childrens Pr
Edition
Language
English
Type
Picture Book
Identifiers
ISBN
9780531175422

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