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Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2005 · Est. 7.5 hour read
The Penderwicks
Book #1 in the The Penderwicks series
Four sisters' summer adventures clash with a snobbish mother's disapproval.
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262 pages· 52,813 words· Est. 7.5 hour read
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Bookroo's summary
The Penderwick sisters embark on a summer holiday at the enchanting Arundel estate. Amidst gardens and hidden treasures, they befriend Jeffrey, the owner's son. But his mother, Mrs. Tifton, disapproves of their lively escapades. Can the sisters navigate her icy demeanor and make this a summer to remember? Discover the magic and mischief that unfold in this charming tale of friendship and adventure.
From the publisher
While vacationing with their widowed father in the Berkshire Mountains, four young sisters, ages four through twelve, share adventures with a local boy, much to the dismay of his snobbish mother.
At a glance
- Format
- Paperback
- Pages
- 262
- Words
- 52,813
- Reading age
- 8–12
- Audience
- Middle Grade
- Lexile
- 800L
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The fine print
Book details
Reading levels
- ATOS
- 4.7
- F&P level
- ~S
- Scholastic level
- T
- AR points
- 8
- AR interest level
- MG
- AR quiz
- 88005
Publication
- Published
- January 1, 2007
- First published
- June 14, 2005
- Publisher
- Yearling
Edition
- Language
- English
- Type
- Chapter Book
Identifiers
- ISBN
- 9780440420477
- LCCN
- 2007277245
- OCLC
- 85835233
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