Viorst, Judith: Just in Case.Viorst, Judith JUST IN CASE. Il. by Diana Cain Bluthenthal. ISBN-0-698-87164-3. New York New York, state, United States New York, Middle Atlantic state of the United States. It is bordered by Vermont, Massachusetts, Connecticut, and the Atlantic Ocean (E), New Jersey and Pennsylvania (S), Lakes Erie and Ontario and the Canadian province of : Atheneum ath·e·nae·um also ath·e·ne·um n. 1. An institution, such as a literary club or scientific academy, for the promotion of learning. 2. A place, such as a library, where printed materials are available for reading. Books for Young Readers, 2006. 40 pp. $15.95. "Charlie knows how to be ready. And Charlie tries to be ready. And Charlie likes to be ready. Just in case." This repetitive phrase takes the reader into a fun-filled story about a determined little boy named Charlie who is always anxious about what the future holds. Charlie's planning and preparation help him get through the day, manipulate his babysitter babysitter A person, often an intelligent family member, who stays by the bedside of a Pt requiring mechanical ventilation, and guards for equipment malfunctions or other problems , have superhero su·per·he·ro n. pl. su·per·he·roes A figure, especially in a comic strip or cartoon, endowed with superhuman powers and usually portrayed as fighting evil or crime. qualities, and escape from a mermaid. Charlie likes to be ready for everything, but he also finds out that not being ready sometimes can be just as fun. Written by the author of Alexander and the Terrible, Horrible, No Good, Very Bad Day, this book will appeal to children who enjoy reading stories about adventure and surprises. Complete with colorful illustrations, this book would make a fine addition to any child's book collection. Ages 4-8. Reviewed by Joelene Loughry, Emotional Support Teacher, Grades 3-7, Indiana Area School District The Indiana Area School District is a public school district in Indiana County, Pennsylvania. It is composed of White Township and Armstrong Township, along with Indiana and Shelocta boroughs. , Indiana, PA |
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