The Buddy Bench
The Buddy Bench
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The Buddy Bench

Written by Gwendolyn Hooks & illustrated by Shirley Ng-Benitez
Book #8 in the Confetti Kids Series
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4 - 8
Reading age
32
Page count
450L
Lexile measure
Jun 18, 2019
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In this early chapter book in the popular Confetti Kids series, Padma and her friends create a buddy bench, where kids can sit if they feel lonely and need a friend.Five friends from diverse backgrounds learn how to navigate common childhood challenges, new experiences, and the world around them in the realistic and kid-friendly Confetti Kids early chapter books. In this story, Padma is excited about meeting new people at school. Making friends comes easily to her, but she soon discovers that it can be hard for others. When she notices a boy sitting by himself every day, Padma enlists her friends to create a buddy bench, where kids can go if they ever feel lonely and want a friend.

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    Book Details

    ISBN
    9781620145722
    Publication Date
    June 18, 2019
    Publisher
    Lee & Low Books
    Page Count
    32
    Reading Age
    4 - 8 years
    Lib. of Congress (LCCN)
    2018049338
    Lexile® Level
    450L
    Est. Fountas & Pinnell Level
    ~M
    Est. ATOS® Book Level
    ~3.1

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