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Judy Blume

Freckle Juice

Judy BlumeFiction | Novel | Middle Grade | Published in 1978

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Judy Blume

Freckle Juice

Fiction | Novel | Middle Grade | Published in 1978
Book Details
Pages

64

Format

Novel • Fiction

Publication Year

1978

Audience

Middle grade

Recommended Reading Age

7-10 years

Lexile Level

570L

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Super Short Summary

Second-grader Andrew Marcus wants freckles like his classmate Nicky Lane and buys a freckle juice recipe from Sharon for 50 cents. The concoction makes him sick, but undeterred, Andrew uses a blue marker to draw freckles on his face, only to be laughed at by his classmates. His teacher helps him remove the fake freckles, reminding him and his peers that they are perfect as they are.

Humorous

Playful

Nostalgic

Reviews & Readership

4.3

49,742 ratings

65%

Loved it

27%

Mixed feelings

8%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

Freckle Juice by Judy Blume is praised for its relatable characters and humorous storyline, making it a favorite among young readers. However, some critics feel the plot is too simplistic and the moral lesson too overt. Overall, it effectively engages its target audience but may lack depth for older readers.

Who should read this

Who Should Read Freckle Juice?

A reader who enjoys Freckle Juice by Judy Blume is typically a young child, around ages 7-9, who appreciates humor, relatable school-life scenarios, and themes of self-acceptance. They'd also like books such as Beverly Cleary's Ramona Quimby, Age 8 and Barbara Park's Junie B. Jones series, which combine wit and childlike curiosity.

4.3

49,742 ratings

65%

Loved it

27%

Mixed feelings

8%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

64

Format

Novel • Fiction

Publication Year

1978

Audience

Middle grade

Recommended Reading Age

7-10 years

Lexile Level

570L

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