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Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 1997 · Est. 10 min read-aloud
Spaghetti and Meatballs for All!
Written by Marilyn Burns · Illustrated by Debbie Tilley
A family reunion's seating plan spirals into chaos.
4.1/5 Goodreads · 951 ratings
40 pages· 1,229 words· Est. 10 min read-aloud
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Bookroo's summary
At a family reunion, Mrs. Comfort's meticulously planned seating arrangement for 32 guests is thrown into disarray as attendees rearrange tables and chairs. As chaos ensues, the concepts of area and perimeter come to life. Can the family find a way to accommodate everyone without losing their seats? Discover the playful challenges of fitting everyone in while keeping the peace.
From the publisher
Mr. and Mrs. Comfort have arranged tables and chairs to seat 32 people at their family reunion. But the guests have their own ideas for seating. Area and perimeter come alive as the family makes room for everyone. Used in Math By All Means: Area and Perimeter, Grades 5-6.
At a glance
- Format
- Hardcover
- Pages
- 40
- Words
- 1,229
- Reading age
- 4–8
- Audience
- Picture
- Lexile
- 420L
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The fine print
Book details
Reading levels
- ATOS
- 3.2
- F&P level
- ~L
- AR points
- 0.5
- AR interest level
- LG
- AR quiz
- 107024
Publication
- Published
- September 1, 1997
- First published
- January 1, 1997
- Publisher
- Scholastic Press
Edition
- Language
- English
- Type
- Picture Book
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