Ash Takes the Cake (Pokémon: Scholastic Reader, Level 2)

by Maria S. Barbo

Overview

Kids can practice their reading skills with Pokémon in this fun Level 2 Reader.

Join Ash and Pikachu on a sweet adventure in this Level 2 Reader! This easy-to-read book features a cake decorating contest where Trainers partners with Alcremie, the Cream Pokémon—and a battle where Pikachu eats more cream than it can handle!

With full-color illustrations on every page, this exciting but simple story is based on an episode from the hit animated TV series.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781339028033
Publisher:	Scholastic, Inc.
Publication date:	04/02/2024
Series:	Scholastic Reader Series: Level 2
Pages:	32
Sales rank:	296,616
Product dimensions:	5.80(w) x 8.70(h) x 0.20(d)
Lexile:	520L (what's this?)
Age Range:	6 - 8 Years

About the Author

Maria S. Barbo is the author of more than 35 books for young readers, including the original 1999 #1 New York Times bestselling Official Pokémon Handbook. She has also been an editor, an art teacher, and a painter. When she is not working on stories, she can be found playing soccer or biking to the beach. Maria lives in New York City.

Editorial Reviews

04/01/2024

Gr 2–3—A fun adventure adapted from the Pokémon TV show. Ash and his friends are having a snack before going to the gym to Battle Gym Leader Opal, when Goh captures a new Pokémon. Before too long, Goh's new Pokémon evolves, and they are ready for a surprise baking competition at the gym with the Pokémon Alcremie as their partners. When Ash is picked to battle Gym Leader Opal, they are both prepared to put their skills to the test. Illustrations match those of the anime, making them easily identifiable to fans of all levels. While this is not a new story, readers will enjoy reliving the Pokémon dessert battle. Pair this book with similar titles, such as Lee Howard's Giddyup, Scooby-Doo! VERDICT Great for reluctant readers who love Pokémon.—Hilary Tufo

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