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Better Not Get Wet, Jesse Bear

Better Not Get Wet, Jesse Bear

(Jesse Bear)

By Nancy White Carlstrom, illustrated by Bruce Degen

Interest Level

Grades K - 2

Reading Level

Grade level Equivalent: 2.5

Lexile Measure®: Not Available

DRA: 18-20

Guided Reading: J

Genre

  • General Fiction

Theme/Subject

  • Animals
  • Character and Values
  • Culture and Diversity

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About This Book

Jesse Bear is admonished not to get wet under a variety of tantalizing circumstances, until finally he receives permission in his own wading pool.

About the Authors or Illustrators

Nancy White Carlstrom
Nancy White Carlstrom was born on August 4, 1948 in Washington, Pennsylvania. She is the author of more than 50 books for children, including the popular Jesse Bear books, inspired by her son. She draws inspiration from her 18 years living in Alaska, volunteer experiences in Africa and Haiti, and raising sons Jesse and Joshua.
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Bruce Degen's biography
Bruce Degen
Children's book author Bruce Degen's work includes The Magic School Bus Series.
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