The Big Sister
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Chapter Book · Ages 6–8 · 2011 · Est. 16 min read

The Big Sister

By Sally Rippin, Aki Fukuoka (Illustrator)

Part of the Billie B. Brown series

A new sibling arrives, and Billie questions if big sisters need teddies.

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48 pages· 1,436 words· Est. 16 min read
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Billie is thrilled about becoming a big sister, eagerly preparing to share her favorite teddy with the new baby. But as the day approaches, she wonders if she's truly ready to part with it. Can Billie embrace her new role and let go of her cherished toy, or will she discover that being a big sister means more than she imagined? Join Billie on this heartwarming journey of growth and sibling love, perfect for young readers navigating their own family changes.

From the publisher

Billie’s mom is having a baby and Billie can’t wait! She’s giving the baby her favorite teddy. Because big sisters don’t need teddies … right?

At a glance
Format
Paperback
Pages
48
Words
1,436
Reading age
6–8
Audience
Transitional Reader
Lexile
510L
Themes & topics
Books about friendship
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Book details

Reading levels
ATOS
2.3
F&P level
~N
AR points
0.5
AR interest level
LG
AR quiz
159457
Publication
Published
June 1, 2014
First published
March 1, 2011
Publisher
Kane Miller
Edition
Language
English
Type
Chapter Book
Identifiers
ISBN
9781610671842

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