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What a Scare, Jesse Bear

What a Scare, Jesse Bear

(Jesse Bear)

By Nancy White Carlstrom

Interest Level

Grades K - 2

Reading Level

Grade level Equivalent: 2.1

Lexile Measure®: Not Available

DRA: 28

Guided Reading: L

Genre

  • Animal Stories
  • General Fiction

Theme/Subject

  • Culture and Diversity

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About This Book

Jesse Bear has a wonderful time getting ready for Halloween. He loves carving pumpkins and trying on costumes. But when it comes time for trick-or-treating, Jesse gets scared. With his parents by his side, Jesse soon builds up the courage to put on his scary mask -- and even plays a trick of his own!

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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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