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Picture Book · Ages 8–12 · 1984 · Est. 1.5 hour read-aloud
The Flunking of Joshua T. Bates
Written by Susan Shreve
A boy faces repeating third grade and discovers resilience with unexpected help.
3.6/5 Goodreads · 150 ratings
96 pages· 11,434 words· Est. 1.5 hour read-aloud
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Bookroo's summary
Joshua's world crumbles when he learns he'll repeat third grade. Facing ridicule from peers, he must navigate a challenging year. With the guidance of a compassionate teacher, Joshua embarks on a journey of self-discovery. Can he overcome his fears and find his place?
From the publisher
In this Knopf Paperback reissue, Joshua is devastated to learn that he must repeat third grade. But he manages to survive the taunts of former classmates, learn something important about himself, and make it through the year with the help of a sympathetic teacher in this “funny, touching, and realistic story.”–School Library Journal
At a glance
- Format
- Paperback
- Pages
- 96
- Words
- 11,434
- Reading age
- 8–12
- Audience
- Juvenile Reader
- Lexile
- 890L
The author
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