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Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2006
The Friendly Four
By Eloise Greenfield, Jan Spivey Gilchrist (Illustrator)
A summer transforms with unexpected friendships and creative adventures.
3.8/5 Goodreads · 51 ratings
48 pages
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Bookroo's summary
Drum fears a dull summer until Dorene, Louis, and Rae appear, turning his world into a vibrant adventure. As they explore their neighborhood, they uncover the magic of friendship and community. Will their bond withstand the challenges of growing up? This poetic journey invites readers to join four children on a heartwarming exploration of connection and creativity.
From the publisher
Celebrate friendship with Coretta Scott King Award winners Eloise Greenfield and Jan Spivey Gilchrist!Drum is worried that summer will be a bummer until Dorene, Louis, and Rae enter his life unexpectedly. Together they embark on an unforgettable summer of discovery and creative play.With free-verse poetry perfect for reading aloud and inspired illustrations, this picture book by the legendary author/illustrator team follows four children as they explore the bonds of friendship, family, and community.”Fun for reading aloud.” –Booklist
At a glance
- Format
- Paperback
- Pages
- 48
- Reading age
- 4–8
- Audience
- Picture
- Lexile
- ~530L
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The fine print
Book details
Reading levels
- ATOS
- 3.5
- F&P level
- ~N
- AR points
- 0.5
- AR interest level
- LG
- AR quiz
- 109632
Publication
- Published
- May 3, 2022
- First published
- June 1, 2006
- Publisher
- Amistad Books for Young Readers
Edition
- Language
- English
- Type
- Picture Book
Identifiers
- ISBN
- 9780060007614
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