Tackylocks and the Three Bears
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$958
Picture Book · Ages 4–7 · 2002 · Est. 7 min read-aloud

Tackylocks and the Three Bears

Written by Helen Lester · Illustrated by Lynn Munsinger

Book #5 in the Tacky the Penguin series

A misfit penguin's unique performance keeps young penguins captivated.

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32 pages· 864 words· Est. 7 min read-aloud
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Tacky the penguin takes center stage in a chaotic play for Mrs. Beakly's class. With his quirky charm and unexpected antics, can he hold the attention of the young penguins, or will his performance go hilariously awry? Discover how Tacky's unconventional style turns a simple play into an unforgettable spectacle.

From the publisher

How do you keep a crowd of energetic young penguins entertained? Put on a play, perhaps? But will they pay attention through an entire performance? If Tacky’s center stage, they might. Even in his flowing blond wig and little red “skipping shoes,” everyone’s favorite misfit penguin imbues the character of Goldilocks with his own indomitable personality and style. So what if the set is in shambles? This is one performance Mrs. Beakly’s students won’t soon forget.

At a glance
Format
Paperback
Pages
32
Words
864
Reading age
4–7
Audience
Picture
Lexile
AD610L
Themes & topics
Books about playsBooks about storytellingBooks about school performancesBooks about penguinsBooks about teamwork
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The fine print

Book details

Reading levels
ATOS
3.3
F&P level
~O
Scholastic level
J
AR points
0.5
AR interest level
LG
AR quiz
65852
Publication
Published
May 10, 2004
First published
September 30, 2002
Edition
Language
English
Type
Picture Book
Identifiers
ISBN
9780618439539

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