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How Not to Start Third Grade (Step into Reading 4) Paperback – Picture Book, July 10, 2007

by Cathy Hapka (Author), Ellen Titlebaum (Author), Debbie Palen (Illustrator)
4.7 out of 5 stars 3,896 ratings
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Nothing can ruin a new school year...except maybe a pesky little brother. This Step 4 reader is the perfect back-to-school story for newly independent readers!

Will should be excited to start third grade. But his little brother, Steve, is starting kindergarten. The same laugh-out-loud writing and hilarious illustrations that brought us How Not to Babysit Your Brother now portray the tribulations and embarrassments of starting school with a very troublesome little brother. School will never be the same!

Step 4 Readers use challenging vocabulary and short paragraphs to tell exciting stories. For newly independent readers who read simple sentences with confidence.

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  1. Reading age
    7 - 8 years, from customers
  2. Part of series
    Step into Reading
  3. Print length
    48 pages
  4. Language
    English
  5. Grade level
    2 - 4
  6. Lexile measure
    580L
  7. Dimensions
    6 x 0.15 x 8.94 inches
  8. Publisher
    Random House Books for Young Readers
  9. Publication date
    July 10, 2007
  10. ISBN-10
    0375839046
  11. ISBN-13
    978-0375839047
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The trusted literacy program with five steps to reading success!

a love of reading begins with a single step! Step Into Reading

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Read more from Step into Reading! Goopy and soupy, this yummy Step 1 reader with rhyming text is irresistibly sweet. Just when you thought it was safe to read a Step 1 reader . . . SHARK! The dancing dinos are back, and this time they are taking over the classroom in this fun, rhyming Step 1 reader! It's picture day at the dog park in this Step 2 reader, perfect for animal lovers. Kindness is on the menu at Pizza Pig's pizza parlor. Animals can order whatever their taste buds desire in this Step 2 reader. Nothing can ruin a new school year...except maybe a pesky little brother in this Step 4 reader.

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Cathy Hapka has written more than 100 books for children and young adults. At home on her small farm in Chester County, Pennsylvania, she enjoys reading and writing, horseback riding, animals of all kinds, gardening, and music.

Ellen Titlebaum is the author of numerous books for young readers. Her titles include How Not to Babysit Your Brother and How to Start Third Grade, among others.

Debbie Palen's illustrations have appeared in a range of media, including the app market, advertising, young adult books, and children’s publishing. She is currently focusing her talents on picture books.

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  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Random House Books for Young Readers; Step into Reading 4 edition (July 10, 2007)
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • Paperback ‏ : ‎ 48 pages
  • ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 0375839046
  • ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-0375839047
  • Reading age ‏ : ‎ 7 - 8 years, from customers
  • Lexile measure ‏ : ‎ 580L
  • Grade level ‏ : ‎ 2 - 4
  • Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 2.31 pounds
  • Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 6 x 0.15 x 8.94 inches
  • Customer Reviews:
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Customers find this book perfect for third graders, particularly noting it's ideal for the first week of school and end-of-year presents. They appreciate its humor and readability, with one customer mentioning it's a fun read-aloud for third graders. The illustrations receive positive feedback, with customers describing them as very cute.

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100 customers mention "Readability"97 positive3 negative

Customers find the book easy to read, particularly for children at their reading level, with one customer mentioning it works well as a last day of school book.

"...correlates to her upcoming school year and I must say, this book did not disappoint. The storyline was captivating from beginning to end...." Read more

"This gift to start 3rd grade was a great and easy and challenging read. My 8 year old daughter loved it!" Read more

"Fun book for grade level and an interesting way to start the 3rd grade with some Humor !" Read more

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Customers enjoy the book's humor, describing it as a great funny story that follows the storyline well.

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Customers find the book suitable for third graders, particularly for the first week of school and as an end-of-year gift.

"Fun book for grade level and an interesting way to start the 3rd grade with some Humor !" Read more

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Customers appreciate the illustrations in the book, describing them as cute and wonderful.

"...If your kiddo has younger siblings starting school, it’s a cute book and I’m sure would be a good choice!" Read more

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  • Vivian Williams-Covington
    5.0 out of 5 stars The Cutest Book
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    As my granddaughter moves up the ranks in school, we purchase a book that correlates to her upcoming school year and I must say, this book did not disappoint. The storyline was captivating from beginning to end. Buy it, you and your little one will enjoy.
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    5.0 out of 5 stars Great for my3rd grader
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    This gift to start 3rd grade was a great and easy and challenging read. My 8 year old daughter loved it!
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    We love this series and would love to see even more books!
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  • Nathan S.
    4.0 out of 5 stars Not The Best Option for Kiddos With No Siblings
    Reviewed in the United States on August 23, 2024
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    This book is primarily about an 3rd grader whose little brother is starting Kindergarten at his school and the funny things that happen as the day unfolds. After a quick glance through, I didn’t feel my kiddo who is an only child would really relate to this and decided to go for a different 3rd grade book instead. If your kiddo has younger siblings starting school, it’s a cute book and I’m sure would be a good choice!
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    A lot of people said the book made no sense etc. My daughter (8) loves the book so did I. We read it 10x.
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    5.0 out of 5 stars Son loved it
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    My 8 year old really enjoyed it (so did I) would recommend it
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  • Kendra Aguirre
    5.0 out of 5 stars Easy read for 3rd grade
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    Bought this book for my 8yr old son. He loved it and got really into the story line. Was an easy read that we both enjoyed
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    5.0 out of 5 stars Molto carino
    Reviewed in Italy on January 13, 2018
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    Adatto per un bambino di 9 anni che abbia familiarità con l’inglese. Contenuto molto pertinente all’eta Storia che piace molto perché li riguarda direttamente
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    5.0 out of 5 stars Reading Practice
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    Bedtime story reading. One of 3 books each night.
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    5.0 out of 5 stars wouldn't stretch a confident reader my daughter enjoyed this
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    As advertised, lovely illustrations, bought for 7 year old to encourage to read, wouldn't stretch a confident reader my daughter enjoyed this story
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    My early readers love this book.
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