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Chapter Book · Ages 6–9 · 2012 · Est. 3.5 hour read
Wedding Drama
By Karen English, Laura Freeman (Illustrator)
Part of the Nikki & Deja series
A teacher's wedding sparks rivalry and tests a friendship.
3.6/5 Goodreads · 49 ratings
112 pages· 18,167 words· Est. 3.5 hour read
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Bookroo's summary
Nikki and Deja's teacher is getting married, igniting a wedding planning frenzy among their classmates. While Nikki dives into the excitement, Deja faces a dilemma as financial worries cloud her joy. With her aunt laid off, Deja can't afford a new dress, straining her bond with Nikki. As the big day approaches, will Deja overcome her jealousy and join the celebration, or will the friendship falter under the pressure? This tale of friendship and rivalry captures the emotional rollercoaster of young girls navigating life's ups and downs.
From the publisher
Wedding drama brews when Nikki and Deja’s beloved teacher announces her plans to be married!Ms. Shelby is getting married! As the girls in Nikki and Deja’s class compete over who can plan the best imaginary wedding for their teacher, Nikki excitedly throws herself into preparations for the real thing.But Deja is not so enthusiastic. Her Auntie Dee has been temporarily laid off from her job, and Deja is worried. What will happen now that Deja can no longer afford a new dress and special hairdo? Will Nikki leave her best friend behind while she shops and primps? Will Deja be able to get over her jealousy and enjoy the celebration anyway?This accessible chapter book series shines with emotional depth and humor, perfectly capturing the complexities and joys of elementary school girls’ friendships.
At a glance
- Format
- Paperback
- Pages
- 112
- Words
- 18,167
- Reading age
- 6–9
- Audience
- Transitional Reader
- Lexile
- 710L
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The fine print
Book details
Reading levels
- ATOS
- 4.5
- F&P level
- ~Q
- AR points
- 3
- AR interest level
- LG
- AR quiz
- 150145
Publication
- Published
- March 19, 2013
- First published
- January 1, 2012
- Publisher
- Clarion Books
Edition
- Language
- English
- Type
- Chapter Book
Identifiers
- ISBN
- 9780544003248
- LCCN
- 2013404675
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