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Bartleby of the Big Bad Bayou

Bartleby of the Big Bad Bayou

By Phyllis Shalant, illustrated by Brian Floca

Interest Level

Grades 3 - 5

Reading Level

Grade level Equivalent: 4.3

Lexile Measure®: 650L

DRA: 38

Guided Reading: P

Genre

  • Adventure
  • Animal Stories
  • General Fiction

Theme/Subject

  • Birds
  • Science
  • Animals
  • Character and Values
  • Fish and Marine Life
  • Geography and Map Skills
  • Friends and Friendship

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About This Book

Ex-pets Bartleby the turtle and Seezer the alligator have journeyed together to find their true home in the Mississippi River bayous after being released in New York. Upon arrival, each day becomes a struggle for survival for Bartleby, as he learns how to

About the Authors or Illustrators

Phyllis Shalant
Phyllis Shalant teaches writing to both children and adults and has written a number of books for yo...
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