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How to Be Cool in the Third Grade

Author Betsy Duffey
Illustrated by Janet Wilson
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$6.99 US
Penguin Young Readers | Puffin Books
5.06"W x 7.69"H x 0.22"D   | 2 oz | 168 per carton
On sale Jul 01, 1999 | 80 Pages | 9780141304663
Age 7-10 years | Grades 2-5
Reading Level: Lexile 600L | Fountas & Pinnell N
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Get ready for third grade with this funny, heartfelt story about figuring out who you are—one school day at a time!

Robbie York has a plan. This year, he's finally going to crack the code of elementary school coolness. That means no more teddy bear T-shirts, no more being called “Bobby” by his mom in front of everyone, and definitely no more being picked on by bullies like Bo Haney.

Robbie’s guide to being cool includes grown-up clothes, a new attitude, and acting like nothing bothers him. But as the school year unfolds, he discovers that being “cool” isn't just about how you look—it's about being confident, kind, and true to yourself.
"Readers Robbie's age will be glad to find their own concerns on nearly every page,"--Kirkus Reviews
Betsy Duffey began writing in 1990 and has published more than 20 children’s books, including many popular series. Her books have been Junior Library Guild selections, Triple Crown Award nominees, and have been nominated for state awards in more than 20 states, including the California Young Reader Medal, the Texas Bluebonnet Award, and the Florida Sunshine State Young Reader Award. Her books have also been Parents' Choice and Children’s Choice selections. Betsy’s books have been translated into Japanese, Korean, Dutch, and Danish, and included in numerous book clubs. View titles by Betsy Duffey
Janet Wilson is an established and award-winning Canadian author and illustrator of books for young readers. Her presentations are raising awareness of social, environmental, indigenous, economic, and intergenerational injustice, while inspiring and motivating readers to choose actions to make the world better. View titles by Janet Wilson

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Get ready for third grade with this funny, heartfelt story about figuring out who you are—one school day at a time!

Robbie York has a plan. This year, he's finally going to crack the code of elementary school coolness. That means no more teddy bear T-shirts, no more being called “Bobby” by his mom in front of everyone, and definitely no more being picked on by bullies like Bo Haney.

Robbie’s guide to being cool includes grown-up clothes, a new attitude, and acting like nothing bothers him. But as the school year unfolds, he discovers that being “cool” isn't just about how you look—it's about being confident, kind, and true to yourself.

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"Readers Robbie's age will be glad to find their own concerns on nearly every page,"--Kirkus Reviews

Author

Betsy Duffey began writing in 1990 and has published more than 20 children’s books, including many popular series. Her books have been Junior Library Guild selections, Triple Crown Award nominees, and have been nominated for state awards in more than 20 states, including the California Young Reader Medal, the Texas Bluebonnet Award, and the Florida Sunshine State Young Reader Award. Her books have also been Parents' Choice and Children’s Choice selections. Betsy’s books have been translated into Japanese, Korean, Dutch, and Danish, and included in numerous book clubs. View titles by Betsy Duffey
Janet Wilson is an established and award-winning Canadian author and illustrator of books for young readers. Her presentations are raising awareness of social, environmental, indigenous, economic, and intergenerational injustice, while inspiring and motivating readers to choose actions to make the world better. View titles by Janet Wilson

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