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Star for a Day

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Star for a Day by Jean Ure is a delightful story centred around a young protagonist who dreams of fame and stardom. The narrative explores themes of friendship and ambition as the character navigates the ups and downs of pursuing their passion in the world of talent shows. It's a charming read for children, capturing the excitement and challenges of seeking the spotlight.
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You might enjoy this delightful book if you love stories about friendship, dreams, and the ups and downs of chasing stardom. Perfect for children who enjoy heartfelt adventures in everyday life, the book offers a lively exploration of pursuing one's passion and the fun that comes along with it.

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Star for a Day

A brand new low-reading age edition of a warm and wise tale about the unique challenges of pre-teen life, particularly suitable for struggling, reluctant and dyslexic readers aged 7+

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A warm and wise tale about the unique challenges of pre-teen life from a master of the genre.


Lucy has lived her entire life in her sister's shadow – Lola is always the centre of attention and constantly in need of new clothes for a party or kit for her dancing, meaning Lucy often goes without. But when a talent show comes to town, an unlikely ally helps Lucy step into the spotlight for once. Will Lucy discover her own star quality?

Particularly suitable for readers aged 7+ with a reading age of 7.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781781129333

Publisher: HarperCollins Publishers

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 15 February 2020

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Barrington Stoke Ltd

Contributors:

  • Illustrated by Charlie Alder
  • Illustrated by Charlie Alder

Audience: Children

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 6.0mm

Width: 130.0mm

Height: 198.0mm

Weight: 130g

Pages: 72

About the Author

Jean Ure had her first novel published when she was only 16 years old and has been writing ever since. Jean specialises in books for young girls that deal with real issues in a warm and insightful way to allow even the most reluctant reader to engage. She lives in a house in London with many rescue animals and enjoys music, books and going for long walks through the fields.

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