The Worst Day of My Life Ever!
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Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2011 · Est. 7 min read-aloud

The Worst Day of My Life Ever!

By Julia Cook, Kelsey De Weerd (Illustrator)

Part of the Best Me I Can Be! series

A boy's day unravels due to not listening. Can he turn it around?

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32 pages· 858 words· Est. 7 min read-aloud
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RJ's day spirals into chaos—late for school, a sports blunder, and a homework disaster—all because he doesn't listen. As he navigates these mishaps, RJ must learn the art of listening and following instructions. Will mastering these skills transform his day from disaster to triumph? Discover the humorous journey of a boy learning to turn his rough day around, with practical tips for parents and educators to guide children in developing essential social skills.

From the publisher

RJ has had a rough day: a series of foul-ups that included being late for school, scoring an own goal & getting a zero for his maths homework. All his own fault, you see, because RJ just doesn’t listen & cannot do what he is asked. Includes tips for parents & teachers on how to teach listening & following instructions skills to children.

At a glance
Format
Paperback
Pages
32
Words
858
Reading age
4–8
Audience
Picture
Lexile
AD700L
Themes & topics
Books about listeningBooks about thinkingBooks about social themes
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Book details

Reading levels
ATOS
3.7
F&P level
~Q
AR points
0.5
AR interest level
LG
AR quiz
173896
Publication
Published
March 10, 2011
First published
March 20, 2011
Edition
Language
English
Type
Picture Book
Identifiers
ISBN
9781934490204

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