Clementine and the Family Meeting by Sara Pennypacker
Clementine and the Family Meeting by Sara Pennypacker, illustrated by Marla Frazee, is a funny and heartwarming children's chapter book about family, change, sibling relationships and growing up. When Clementine sees a mysterious “family meeting” notice on the refrigerator, she immediately worries that she is in trouble. Instead, her parents reveal that the family is going to grow with the arrival of a new baby.
Clementine is not happy about the idea. She believes her family of four is perfect and struggles to understand how a new sibling could change everything. Through Clementine's funny observations and emotional journey, the story explores childhood worries, family love, jealousy, vulnerability and learning to accept unexpected changes. The book is part of the popular Clementine series and is suitable for young independent readers.
Key Themes
- Family relationships
- New baby and sibling changes
- Childhood emotions
- Friendship
- Growing up
- Family love
- Humor and imagination
- Change and adjustment
- Sibling relationships
- School life
- Confidence and self-expression
Why Read This Book?
Clementine and the Family Meeting is an excellent choice for children who enjoy funny chapter books, family stories, school adventures and relatable young characters. Clementine's honest reaction to becoming a big sister gives young readers an entertaining way to explore feelings about family changes and new experiences.
The book is recommended for approximately ages 6–10 and is part of the bestselling Clementine chapter-book series.
About the Author
Sara Pennypacker is an American children's author best known for the Clementine series and the bestselling novel Pax. Marla Frazee, who illustrated the Clementine books, is an acclaimed children's illustrator and a two-time Caldecott Honor recipient.
Product Details
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Book Title: Clementine and the Family Meeting
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Author: Sara Pennypacker
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Illustrator: Marla Frazee
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Series: Clementine, Book 5
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Language: English
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Format: Paperback
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Genre: Children's Fiction / Chapter Book / Humor
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Publisher: Little, Brown Books for Young Readers
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Paperback ISBN-13: 9781423124368
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Pages: 176
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Recommended Age: 6–10
The above specifications correspond to the Little, Brown Books for Young Readers trade paperback edition. Other editions have different ISBNs and pagination.
