The Glitter Bug

Written and illustrated by Rebecca Elliott

A group of unicorns try to overcome a mysterious illness that causes them to sneeze uncontrollably and sets off their magical powers

4.4 Goodreads · 255 ratings

80 pages· 2,725 words· Est. 21 min read-aloud· 600L

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Bookroo's summary

In Sparklegrove Forest, unicorn Bo Tinseltail and friends face a glittery dilemma—they can't stop sneezing glitter! Their teacher calls upon Dr. Cloudberry, a magical kitsune with healing powers. Can this mystical creature find a cure for the Glitter Bug and restore peace to the forest? Join Bo on a whimsical adventure filled with magic, mystery, and sparkling surprises. Will the unicorns' glittery plight be resolved, or will they be sneezing forever?

From the publisher

Bo and the unicorns of Sparklegrove Forest can’t stop sneezing glitter in this early chapter book from the New York Times bestselling author of Owl Diaries! Pick a book. Grow a Reader! This series is part of Scholastic’s early chapter book line, Branches, aimed at newly independent readers. With easy-to-read text, high-interest content, fast-paced plots, and illustrations on every page, these books will boost reading confidence and stamina. Branches books help readers grow! In this ninth book in the USA Today bestselling Unicorn Diaries series, unicorn Bo Tinseltail and friends get sick with a cold and can’t stop sneezing glitter! So their teacher invites a friendly kitsune named Dr. Cloudberry to the forest. Kitsunes are magical creatures known to have special healing powers. Will this kitsune be able to help the unicorns find the perfect cure for the Glitter Bug? With full-color artwork throughout and plenty of smiles, your young reader won’t be able to put this book down!

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