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Picture Book · Ages 3–5 · 1985 · Est. 5 min read-aloud
The Relatives Came
Written by Cynthia Rylant · Illustrated by Stephen Gammell
Relatives arrive, bringing joy, music, and summer memories before parting with promises of next year.
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32 pages· 527 words· Est. 5 min read-aloud
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Bookroo's summary
A family reunion unfolds as relatives arrive in a colorful station wagon, filling the home with laughter, music, and the sweet taste of summer fruits. As they tend the garden and share stories, bonds are strengthened. When it's time to part, the sadness is softened by the promise of another joyful summer together. What memories will they create next?
From the publisher
The relatives come to visit from Virginia and everyone has a wonderful time.
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At a glance
- Format
- Pages
- 32
- Words
- 527
- Reading age
- 3–5
- Audience
- Picture
- Lexile
- AD940L
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The fine print
Book details
Reading levels
- ATOS
- 4.1
- F&P level
- ~V
- AR points
- 0.5
- AR interest level
- LG
- AR quiz
- 5537
Publication
- Published
- July 31, 1993
- First published
- January 1, 1985
- Publisher
- Atheneum Books for Young Readers
Edition
- Language
- English
- Type
- Picture Book
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