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Mavis Jukes

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1) The new kid

Author

Jukes, Mavis

Accelerated Reader

IL: MG - BL: 4.1 - AR Pts: 6

Language

English

Formats

Book, eBook, Kindle

Description

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When almost-nine-year-old Carson Blum and his father move to Northern California, he is worried about adjusting to his new, large, public school and finding friends.

2) Like Jake and Me

Author

Jukes, Mavis

Publisher

Random House Children's Books

Pub. Date

2012

Language

English

Formats

eBook, Kindle

Description

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Illus. in full color. "Timid Alex strives to be like his rugged cowboy stepfather, and the two find a common bond when Alex 'rescues' Jake from a wolf spider. Jukes' quiet observations are unfaltering in their perceptiveness. Radiant full-page pastel illustrations serve as a striking counterpoint. This is an uplifting celebration of a new family's understanding, acceptance and love that resonates with truth and humor."—(starred) School...