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Fergus and Zeke: Candlewick Sparks Paperback – Illustrated, July 24, 2018

by Kate Messner (Author), Heather Ross (Illustrator)
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“The four chapters of this easy reader zip right along with a straightforward, breezy plot and two charming, mischievous mice leading the way.” — Bulletin of the Center for Children’s Books

Fergus loves being the class pet. When the teacher plans a field trip to a museum, Fergus doesn’t want to miss the fun, so he stows away in a backpack and sets off for an adventure. The museum is a little overwhelming — huge and full of exciting things to see. Luckily, Fergus meets a new friend, Zeke, who knows the ropes, and together they explore everything from moon rocks to butterflies to a giant dinosaur skeleton. But when it’s time for the bus to leave, will Fergus make it back to school to take his place as class pet once more?
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  1. Reading age
    5 - 9 years
  2. Part of series
    Candlewick Sparks
  3. Print length
    56 pages
  4. Language
    English
  5. Grade level
    Kindergarten - 4
  6. Lexile measure
    580L
  7. Dimensions
    6 x 0.19 x 9 inches
  8. Publisher
    Candlewick
  9. Publication date
    July 24, 2018
  10. ISBN-10
    0763699535
  11. ISBN-13
    978-0763699536
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The four chapters of this easy reader zip right along with a straightforward, breezy plot and two charming, mischievous mice leading the way...The art’s peppy lines and occasional plays on perspective support but never overwhelm the text. Short sentences, some stealthy repetition, and a host of sight words give plenty of scaffolding to young readers, and this might also make a diverting readaloud before a class trip.
—Bulletin of the Center for Children's Books

Messner's first in a new early-reader series (Fergus and Zeke will visit the school science fair next) is divided into four chapters and meant for those who are confident enough in their reading abilities to begin to make the transition to chapter books. Ross' digital illustrations add interest and break up the text, giving readers a mouse's-eye view of the museum and its fascinating exhibits...Here's to more adventures for Fergus and Zeke!
—Kirkus Reviews

Messner (the Ranger in Time books) lets readers live out their Night at the Museum fantasies through Fergus and Zeke’s explorations...Ross’s (Grimelda: The Very Messy Witch) energetic full-color cartoons run wild with the museum-as-playground theme, and Zeke’s decision to join Fergus in the classroom neatly sets up their next adventure.
—Publishers Weekly

Messner’s text is approachable and creative, and builds suspense that will keep readers excited until the end. Ross’ illustrations expand the text and breathe life into two adorable mice and the museum experience. This first book in a new series is sure to be a hit.
—Booklist

Small children of a compliant nature will find a kindred spirit in the mouse-hero of Kate Messner’s entertaining easy-reader ‘Fergus and Zeke’ (Candlewick, 52 pages, $14.99)...Cheery illustrations by Heather Ross add zip to this educational excursion for 5- to 8-year-olds.
—The Wall Street Journal

The vocabulary is accessible to readers moving beyond the simplest texts and ready for a more complex narrative. Ross’s cheery digital line drawings mirror the text and enhance readers’ understanding. An enjoyable addition to chapter book collections, especially where heavily illustrated works at this level are needed.
—School Library Journal

Kate Messner has written a great story about friendship and how to solve problems that beginning readers will want to read and enjoy frequently. This is an excellent book for all libraries—classroom and school.
—School Library Connection

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  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Candlewick; Reprint edition (July 24, 2018)
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • Paperback ‏ : ‎ 56 pages
  • ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 0763699535
  • ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-0763699536
  • Reading age ‏ : ‎ 5 - 9 years
  • Lexile measure ‏ : ‎ 580L
  • Grade level ‏ : ‎ Kindergarten - 4
  • Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 5.2 ounces
  • Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 6 x 0.19 x 9 inches
  • Customer Reviews:
    4.8 out of 5 stars 48

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Kate Messner

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Kate Messner is passionately curious and writes books that encourage kids to wonder, too. Her titles include award-winning picture books like Over and Under the Rainforest, Up in the Garden and Down in the Dirt, The Next President, and How to Read a Story; novels that tackle real-world issues like Chirp, Breakout, All the Answers, and The Seventh Wish; high-interest nonfiction like Tracking Pythons and the History Smashers series; the Fergus and Zeke easy readers; and the popular Ranger in Time chapter books about a time-traveling search and rescue dog.

Kate’s titles are frequently selected for One School, One Book and One School/One Author programs and other community-wide reads. Her books have been New York Times Notable, Junior Library Guild, IndieBound, and Bank Street College of Education Best Books selections. Her novel The Brilliant Fall of Gianna Z. won the E.B. White Read Aloud Medal, and her science picture books have been finalists for the American Academy for the Advancement of Sciences/Subaru SB&F prize for excellence in science writing. In 2020, Kate was honored with New York’s Knickerbocker Award for creating a superior body of work supporting curriculum and educational goals.

Before becoming a full-time writer, Kate was a TV news reporter as well as a National Board Certified educator. She grew up in Medina, NY and graduated from Syracuse University’s S.I. Newhouse School with a degree in Broadcast Journalism. Kate spent seven years working as a television news producer and reporter in Syracuse, NY and Burlington, VT before going back to school to earn a master’s degree in education for secondary-level English Language Arts. She taught middle school language arts for fifteen years before leaving the classroom to write full time but still spends much of her time in schools, working with kids as a visiting author.

Kate lives on Lake Champlain with her family and is trying to summit all 46 Adirondack High Peaks in between book deadlines. Learn more at her website: www.katemessner.com and follow her on Twitter @katemessner.

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4.8 out of 5 stars
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Julia
5.0 out of 5 stars Lovely story
Reviewed in the United States on October 28, 2019
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Very nice story, my kids love it
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stewygirl
4.0 out of 5 stars A fun early reader
Reviewed in the United States on August 30, 2018
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So many early chapter books are formulaic to the extent that the story is sacrificed. Not so with this one. Fergus and Zeke are fun friends and their adventure is perfect for young kids.
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TaylorJ
4.0 out of 5 stars Good level of the kids to read.
Reviewed in the United States on September 10, 2018
The reading level was just right for my 8 year old, but he found the story a little less interesting than I had thought.
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J
4.0 out of 5 stars Cute
Reviewed in Canada on October 23, 2021
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Pretty adorable. Nice short chapters. It’s a great step to a real chapter book.
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