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Description
When Dr. Baxter tells the family that they will be moving from Ann Arbor, Michigan, to Bloomington, Indiana, the five Baxter children, ages six to thirteen, are sure that their lives and home will never be the same. The coauthor is Tyler Russell.
Quick Summary
"Best Family Ever" follows the Baxter family as Dr. Baxter announces they'll leave their home in Ann Arbor, Michigan for Bloomington, Indiana, forcing the five Baxter children ranging from ages six to thirteen to navigate the challenges of moving and leaving their friends behind. The book explores themes of family togetherness, adjusting to change, sibling relationships, and resilience during major life transitions. This title stands out as Karen Kingsbury's first collaboration with Tyler Russell and will appeal to kids who loved the emotional family storytelling in books like "Clementine" or "Because of Winn-Dixie." With a 3.2 AR Level, 6.0 AR Points, and 45,553 words, this is an ideal choice for 4th and 5th graders who enjoy realistic family narratives about navigating life's big changes.