Star of the Week
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Chapter Book · Ages 5–7 · 2017

Star of the Week

By Shaquille O'Neal, Theodore Taylor (Illustrator)

Part of the Little Shaq series

Can Little Shaq prove he's ready for a pet kitten?

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80 pages
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Little Shaq dreams of having a kitten, but his parents doubt his responsibility. As the Star of the Week, he sees a chance to prove himself. Can he show he's ready for the challenge and earn his furry friend? Join Little Shaq on a journey of responsibility, family, and community, where every action counts and dreams are within reach.

From the publisher

For early reader sports fans, this series from superstar Shaquille O’Neal will inspire kids to love reading. Can Little Shaq prove he’s responsible enough for a new pet? Little Shaq has always wanted his own kitten, but his parents aren’t sure he’s responsible enough. When Little Shaq is chosen as his class’s Star of the Week, he knows that this is his moment to shine, to prove to his parents that they can count on him. Will Little Shaq be able to show he’s ready for his very own pet? Created by Shaquille O’Neal and illustrated in full color by Coretta Scott King/John Steptoe New Talent award winner Theodore Taylor III, the Little Shaq series celebrates family, friends, and community and will have kids cheering for reading!

At a glance
Format
Paperback
Pages
80
Reading age
5–7
Audience
Juvenile Reader
Lexile
620L
Themes & topics
Books about friendshipBooks about basketballBooks about catsBooks about petsBooks about sports and recreation
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The fine print

Book details

Reading levels
ATOS
3.8
F&P level
~O
AR points
0.5
AR interest level
LG
AR quiz
188487
Publication
Published
September 19, 2017
Edition
Language
English
Type
Chapter Book
Identifiers
ISBN
9781619638822

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