Tough-Luck Karen
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Chapter Book · Ages 9–12 · 1982 · Est. 2.5 hour read

Tough-Luck Karen

Written by Johanna Hurwitz · Illustrated by Diane DeGroat

Karen's passion for cooking leads to unexpected trouble at school.

3.7 Goodreads · 119 ratings
160 pages· 24,470 words· Est. 2.5 hour read· 710L
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Bookroo's summary

Thirteen-year-old Karen Sossi juggles her love for cooking and babysitting, but neglecting her schoolwork brings unforeseen challenges. As her grades slip, Karen must navigate the consequences of her choices. Can she balance her passions with her responsibilities, or will her bad luck continue? Discover how Karen's journey unfolds in this heartwarming tale of family and self-discovery.

From the publisher

This fourth novel about the popular Sossi family focuses on 13-year-old Karen and the bad luck she encounters when she ignores her schoolwork for cooking and babysitting. “Skilled in making everyday occurrences interesting, the author has written a pleasant story of a caring family.”–Horn Book.

At a glance
Format
Paperback
Pages
160
Words
24,470
Reading age
9–12
Audience
Middle Grade
Lexile
710L
Themes & topics
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Book details

Reading levels
ATOS
4.8
F&P level
~Q
AR points
4
AR interest level
MG
AR quiz
694
Publication
Published
September 18, 1991
First published
January 1, 1982
Publisher
HarperCollins
Edition
Language
English
Type
Chapter Book
Identifiers
ISBN
9780688109745

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