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Junie B. Jones and that meanie Jim's birthday

By Barbara Park

Left out of Jim’s party, Junie B. plans something surprising—but will it make her feel better?

funny · mischievous · heart-warming · relatable

Genres

Humour Friendship/Family Realistic Fiction

What is Junie B. Jones and that meanie Jim's birthday about?

Junie B. Jones is shocked when Jim, the boy she calls a meanie, invites everyone in Room Nine to his birthday party except her. Hurt and furious, Junie B. decides she will have her own party on the very same day. But as her plans grow more dramatic, she must work out how to handle her jealousy and disappointment. With help from her grandfather, Junie B. discovers that being left out feels awful, but there may be more than one way to feel better.

About the author

Barbara Park was a much-loved American author who wrote funny, lively stories for children. She is best known for the popular Junie B. Jones books, which follow a spirited young girl as she learns, laughs and gets into adventures at school and home. Barbara’s warm, playful writing has helped many children discover the joy of reading.

Pages

85 pages

Reading age

Early Chapter Book (6-10)

This edition

1996

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