How Not to Babysit Your Brother

Illustrated by Debbie Palen
Paperback
$5.99 US
6"W x 9"H x 0.18"D  
On sale Jan 25, 2005 | 48 Pages | 9780375828560
Grades 6-8
Reading Level: Lexile 530L | Fountas & Pinnell M
Will’s little brother, Steve, is big trouble. What happens when Will has to babysit? Steve’s over-the-top mishaps and Will’s attempts to get him under control are sure to keep kids reading—and laughing!—throughout this Step 4 book. Early readers with younger siblings are sure to relate.
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. View titles by Cathy Hapka
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. View titles by Ellen Titlebaum
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. View titles by Debbie Palen

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Will’s little brother, Steve, is big trouble. What happens when Will has to babysit? Steve’s over-the-top mishaps and Will’s attempts to get him under control are sure to keep kids reading—and laughing!—throughout this Step 4 book. Early readers with younger siblings are sure to relate.

Author

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. View titles by Cathy Hapka
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. View titles by Ellen Titlebaum
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. View titles by Debbie Palen

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