Spaghetti in a Hot Dog Bun
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Picture Book · Ages 4–11 · 2008 · Est. 8 min read-aloud

Spaghetti in a Hot Dog Bun

By Maria Dismondy, Kim Shaw (Illustrator)

A young girl navigates the challenges of being teased by a classmate and learns the value of kindness and empathy.

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32 pages· 945 words· Est. 8 min read-aloud
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Lucy, teased for being different, faces a dilemma when her bully, Ralph, needs help. Will she seize the chance for revenge or choose kindness? Discover Lucy's journey of courage and self-esteem as she navigates the challenges of staying true to herself in the face of adversity. This heartwarming tale explores the power of doing the right thing, even when it's hard.

From the publisher

How can Ralph be so mean? Lucy is one of a kind and Ralph loves to point that out. Lucy’s defining moment comes when Ralph truly needs help. Because she knows what she stands for, Lucy has the courage to make a good choice. This charming story empowers children to always do the right thing and be proud of themselves, even when they are faced with someone as challenging as Ralph.

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Format
Pages
32
Words
945
Reading age
4–11
Audience
Picture
Lexile
610L
Themes & topics
Books about bullyingBooks about courageBooks about self-esteemBooks about individualityBooks about social themes
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Book details

Reading levels
ATOS
3.3
F&P level
~O
AR points
0.5
AR interest level
LG
AR quiz
171695
Publication
Published
August 15, 2008
First published
August 11, 2008
Edition
Language
English
Type
Picture Book
Identifiers
ISBN
9780615473932

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