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Franklin's Bad Day

Franklin's Bad Day

Series: Franklin
by Paulette Bourgeois

Today Franklin wakes up grumpy. His father discovers the reason for Franklin's crankiness — Otter has moved away and nothing seems right without her. Comforted by a hug from Dad, Franklin cheers up and makes a special present to mail to Otter, who is only a letter or phone call away.

Ages
3, 6, 8, 4, 7, 5
Interest Level
Grades PreK - 3
Grade Level Equivalent
2.8
Lexile Measure
350L
DRA
18-20
Guided Reading
J
Publisher
Scholastic
Number of Pages
32
Genre
Bedtime Stories, Dictionaries, Reference, Series

About the Author

Paulette Bourgeois When asked what she hopes children will learn from her books, Paulette Bourgeois explains: “It is most important to look for the wonder in ordinary things.” Some of this wonder, and a curious anxiety, spill over into her character Franklin. The world's best-loved turtle overcomes the challenges of the everyday life of a five-year-old in a way that resonates with children.

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