A Bargain for Frances

A Bargain for Frances - Hardcover

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A Bargain for Frances - Hardcover

A Bargain for Frances - Hardcover

by Russell Hoban
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Book Overview

by Russell Hoban (Author), Lillian Hoban (Illustrator)

A classic I Can Read story, starring Frances, America's favorite badger.


Frances and Thelma are friends--most of the time. . .

Thelma always seems to get Frances into trouble. When she tricks Frances into buying her tea set, it's the last straw. Can Frances show her that it's better to lose a bargain than lose a friend?

This classic story is a Level Two I Can Read, geared for kids who read on their own but still need a little help. Whether shared at home or in a classroom, the
engaging stories, longer sentences, and language play of Level Two books are
proven to help kids take their next steps toward reading success.

Back Jacket

One day Thelma tricks Frances into buying her old plastic tea set. Thelma says there are no backsies on the bargain. Can Frances come up with a plan that will change her friend's mind?

Outstanding Children's Books of 1970 (NYT)

Number of Pages: 64
Dimensions: 0.41 x 9.25 x 6.32 IN
Illustrated: Yes
Publication Date: October 20, 1970
Accelerated Reader:
Quiz Name: Bargain for Frances
Interest Level: Lower Grades, K-3
Reading Level: 2.8
Point Value: 0.5
ISBN9780060223298
Author Russell Hoban
PublisherHarperCollins
GenreChildren and Education
FormatHardcover
PublishedOctober 1970
LanguageENG- English
Pages64
Weight1.0 lb
Target AudienceKids
Print SizeStandard Print

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About Russell Hoban

RUSSELL HOBAN (1925-2011) was an American novelist and children's writer. He achieved recognition for his popular Frances the Badger series in the 1960s, which he created with his wife, illustrator Lillian Hoban, who illustrated many of his early books. In 1980 he published Riddley Walker, the highly acclaimed, award-winning novel for which he was most renowned.

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