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She's full of moxie, clever as a fox, and obsessed with catching a chicken she finds at the park. When Starla sees the scrawny bird, she just knows they're destined for one another. Her dad says, "If you can catch it, you can keep it," and Starla Jean is not one to back down from a challenge.

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It's Willa's first birthday -- and Starla Jean is going to give her the best first birthday party ever! But, in typical Starla Jean fashion, a few surprises are waiting to derail the determined girl... but could they be...good surprises?

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PRAISE

★ “Mercy Watson fans will flock to this whimsical new series for developing readers."
Kirkus, starred review 

 

“This entertaining early chapter book is heavily illustrated with eye-catching, dynamic art that extends the story.”
Horn Book

 

"A smattering of 'Fun Facts About Chickens' creates a humorously informative closing."
Publishers Weekly

 

“Plucky Starla Jean captures the hearts of early readers.”
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ABOUT THE CREATORS

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Elana K. Arnold is the author of critically acclaimed and award-winning young adult novels and children's books. She lives in Southern California with her family and a menagerie of pets.

 

A.N. Kang is the creator of many delightful books for young readers, including The Very Fluffy Kitty, Papillon; My Big Bad Monster; Celebrate You!; and Squirrel's Family Tree. She lives in New York. You can see more of her work online at www.annakangdesign.com.

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