Clementine and the Spring Trip by Sara Pennypacker
Clementine and the Spring Trip by Sara Pennypacker, illustrated by Marla Frazee, is the sixth book in the popular Clementine chapter book series. This funny and engaging children's story follows third-grader Clementine as spring arrives and she prepares for a school trip to Plimoth Plantation. Along the way, Clementine encounters funny school rules, friendship challenges, bus-trip adventures, and plenty of unexpected surprises.
The story combines humor, friendship, school life, curiosity, and growing independence in a way that makes it especially appealing to young readers. Clementine's imaginative personality and relatable experiences help children connect with the story while enjoying an entertaining chapter-book adventure. The book is suitable for children around ages 6–10.
Key Themes
- Children's chapter book
- School adventures
- Friendship
- Humor and family
- Spring activities
- School field trips
- Growing up
- Curiosity and independence
- Rules and responsibility
- Everyday childhood experiences
Why Read This Book?
Clementine and the Spring Trip is a great choice for young readers who enjoy funny school stories and relatable childhood adventures. Clementine's experiences on the school trip provide plenty of humor while also encouraging children to think about friendship, rules, curiosity, and different perspectives.
The book's accessible chapter-book format makes it suitable for independent reading, classroom libraries, family reading, and children transitioning into longer illustrated fiction.
About the Author
Sara Pennypacker is an award-winning children's author best known for the Clementine series and the bestselling novel Pax. Her books are known for combining humor, memorable characters, emotional storytelling, and themes that resonate with young readers.
Marla Frazee, the illustrator of the Clementine books, is a two-time Caldecott Honor recipient whose illustrations bring Clementine's energetic personality and everyday adventures to life.
Product Details
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Book Title: Clementine and the Spring Trip
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Author: Sara Pennypacker
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Illustrator: Marla Frazee
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Series: Clementine, Book 6
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Language: English
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Format: English Paperback
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Genre: Children's Fiction / Chapter Books
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Publisher: Disney-Hyperion / Little, Brown Books for Young Readers
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Paperback ISBN-13: 9781423124375
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Pages: 160
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Recommended Age: Approximately 6–10 years
The title was originally published in 2013, with paperback editions subsequently released. Bibliographic records identify it as the sixth book in the Clementine series.
