The Great Smile Robbery
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Picture Book · Ages 5–8 · 1984

The Great Smile Robbery

Written by Roger McGough

A boy faces a gang to win a smiling contest.

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80 pages· ~520L
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In bustling Liverpool, two adventurous boys find themselves in a rivalry with the notorious Stinker Gang. Emerson's charm and determination are put to the test as he competes in a nationwide smiling competition. Can he outwit the gang and claim victory, or will their schemes overshadow his dreams? Join Emerson on a journey filled with friendship, rivalry, and the pursuit of the perfect smile.

At a glance
Format
Paperback
Pages
80
Reading age
5–8
Audience
Picture
Lexile
~520L
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The fine print

Book details

Reading levels
ATOS
~3.4
F&P level
~N
Publication
Published
July 3, 1984
Publisher
Puffin
Edition
Language
English
Type
Picture Book
Identifiers
ISBN
9780140314373

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