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Absolutely Lucy
Contributor(s): Cooper, Ilene (Author), Harvey, Amanda (Illustrator)

ISBN: 0307265021 ISBN-13: 9780307265029
Publisher: Random House Books for Young Readers

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Binding Type: Paperback - See All Available Formats & Editions
Published: December 1999
Annotation: Bobby Quinn is shy. In fact, he's so shy, he has trouble making friends. But that changes when he gets a squirmy little puppy for his birthday. Unlike Bobby, Lucy isn't shy at all. And to his surprise, she keeps dragging him into all sorts of adventures--and friendships, too!
"Depicted with humor and realism. . . . The respectful attention given to their peer's difficulties and progress will be much appreciated by newly and almost independent readers."--"The Bulletin
"Bobby's fears of new people and situations are skillfully captured, and the story is entertaining and well plotted. Bobby is an endearing character, and he and his dog are an appealing combination."--"School Library Journal
For over 20 years, Ilene Cooper has been writing both fiction and nonfiction books for children, including "Buddy Love Now on Video and "Jack: "The Early Years of J.F.K. She is the children's books editor at ALA Booklist. The author lives in Highland Park, IL.

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Additional Information

BISAC Categories:
- Juvenile Fiction | Social Themes - Emotions & Feelings
- Juvenile Fiction | Social Themes - Friendship
- Juvenile Fiction | Animals - Dogs

Dewey: FIC

LCCN: 2003014987

Age Level: 6-9

Grade Level: 1-4

Lexile Measure: 510(Not Available)

Series: Absolutely Lucy

Physical Information: 0.3" H x 5" W x 7.4" L (0.15 lbs) 80 pages

Themes:
- Topical - Friendship

Features: Ikids, Illustrated, Price on Product

Review Citations: Booklist 03/15/2000 pg. 1376
School Library Journal 03/01/2001 pg. 205

Accelerated Reader Info

Quiz #: 39788
Reading Level: 2.7 Interest Level: Lower Grades Point Value: 1.0

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Publisher Description:
Bobby Quinn is shy. In fact, he's so shy, he has trouble making friends. But that changes when he gets a squirmy little puppy for his birthday. Unlike Bobby, Lucy isn't shy at all. And to his surprise, she keeps dragging him into all sorts of adventures--and friendships, too In this heart warming story of a boy and beagle's friendship, Ilene Cooper begins the series that has charmed young readers and dog lovers alike.

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