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Age Range
3 - 8
Genre
fiction
Copyright Year
2021-09-15
Page Count
32
Publisher
Albert Whitman & Company
Grade Level
Pre-K - 3rd
ISBN
9780807572368
Lexile
AD490
Themes
social and family issues
emotions & feelings

Saturday at the Food Pantry

Written by Diane O'Neill and Illustrated by Brizida Magro

The story follows Molly and her mom, who don't always have enough food at home. One Saturday, they decide to visit their local food pantry to get some food. Molly is initially happy to have food to eat, but her feelings change when she sees her classmate Caitlin at the pantry. Caitlin is embarrassed to be seen at the food pantry. The story explores Molly's understanding and empathy towards Caitlin's situation and highlights how she tries to help Caitlin realize that everyone needs help sometimes.

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Saturday at the Food Pantry: Discussion Guide for Families

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Saturday at the Food Pantry: Vocabulary Guide

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Age Range
3 - 8
Genre
fiction
Copyright Year
2021-09-15
Page Count
32
Publisher
Albert Whitman & Company
Grade Level
Pre-K - 3rd
ISBN
9780807572368
Lexile
AD490
Themes
social and family issues
emotions & feelings
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