This Is the Turkey
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Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2000 · Est. 3 min read-aloud

This Is the Turkey

By Abby Levine, Paige Billin-Frye (Illustrator)

A Thanksgiving feast turns chaotic when unexpected surprises unfold.

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24 pages· 330 words· Est. 3 min read-aloud
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Max eagerly anticipates Thanksgiving with the perfect turkey he chose. As family and friends gather, bringing dishes and joy, the day seems flawless. But when unexpected events arise, will the celebration stay on track? Join Max in this heartwarming tale of gratitude and surprises.

From the publisher

Max is excited about the big turkey he has picked out for his family’s Thanksgiving dinner. He and his sister help prepare the fixings, and soon his friends and relatives bring their own dishes and merriment. Abby Levine’s humorous, rhyming story gets to the heart of the Thanksgiving celebration. Max and his family were first introduced in This Is the Pumpkin.

At a glance
Format
Paperback
Pages
24
Words
330
Reading age
4–8
Audience
Picture
Lexile
AD530L
Themes & topics
Books about holidaysBooks about ThanksgivingBooks about familyBooks about family lifeBooks about celebrations
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Book details

Reading levels
ATOS
3.4
F&P level
~N
AR points
0.5
AR interest level
LG
AR quiz
45258
Publication
Published
September 1, 2000
Edition
Language
English
Type
Picture Book
Identifiers
ISBN
9780807578896

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