The Penderwicks
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Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2005 · Est. 7.5 hour read

The Penderwicks

Written by Jeanne Birdsall

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· 800L
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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
Themes & topics
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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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