Porch Lies: Tales of Slicksters, Tricksters, and Other Wily Characters
by Patricia C. McKissack and Andre Carrilho
Author Patricia C. McKissack recalls spending many evenings during her childhood... read more
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- Grade
- 1-8
- Genre
- Humor
- Cultural Area
- African American
Year Published 2006
Word Count 34,803
- Text Complexity
- Lexile Level: 790L
- ATOS Reading Level: 4.8
- AR Quiz Numbers
- 108714
- Curricular Area
- English Language Arts
- Social Studies
- Lists With This Book
- Books for Family Sharing
- African American Grandparents
Our Original Resources 5
Audio Name Pronunciation with Patricia C. McKissack
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In-depth Written Interview with Patricia C. McKissack
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Story Map Multi-Leveled Lesson
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Cultural Representation Reflection
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Submit Qualitative Text Complexity Rubric
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About the Authors 4
Author Interviews 3
In-depth Written Interview with Patricia C. McKissack
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Interview with Patricia C. McKissack
Created by Library of Congress
Interview with Andre Carrilho
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Book Guides, Activities & Lessons 2
Story Map Multi-Leveled Lesson
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Cultural Representation Reflection
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Book Readings 1
Audiobook Excerpt narrated by Pamella D'Pella
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Awards & Distinctions 5
Notable Children's Books, 1995-2021
Commended, 2007
CCBC Choices
Selection, 2007
Notable Books for a Global Society, 1996-2020
Selection, 2007
Notable Children’s Books in the Language Arts Award, 1997-2020
Selection, 2007
Lasting Connections, 2000 - 2020
Selection, 2006
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