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Smile Paperback – February 1, 2010

• Book 1 of 2 Smile
• Print length 224 pages
• Language English
• Grade level 3 - 7
• Lexile measure GN410L
• Dimensions 7.95 x 5.51 x 0.46 inches
• Publisher Graphix
• Publication date February 1, 2010
• ISBN-10 0545132061
• ISBN-13 978-0545132060
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• Publisher ‏ : ‎ Graphix; 1st edition (February 1, 2010)
• Language ‏ : ‎ English
• Paperback ‏ : ‎ 224 pages
• ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 0545132061
• ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-0545132060
• Reading age ‏ : ‎ 8 - 11 years, from customers
• Lexile measure ‏ : ‎ GN410L
• Grade level ‏ : ‎ 3 - 7
• Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 8.4 ounces
• Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 7.95 x 5.51 x 0.46 inches
• #47 in Children's Biography Comics
• #106 in Children's Books on Abuse
• #18,222 in Reference (Books)

About the author

Raina telgemeier.

Raina Telgemeier is the author and illustrator of the graphic novels Smile, Sisters, Drama, and Ghosts, all #1 New York Times bestsellers. Her interactive journal, Share Your Smile, encourages budding creators to try their hand at making comics of their own. Raina also adapted and illustrated four graphic novel versions of Ann M. Martin's Baby-sitters Club series. Her accolades include multiple Eisner Awards, a Boston Globe-Horn Book Honor, a Stonewall Honor, and many Best Of and Notable lists. Her next graphic novel, Guts, will be released in the fall of 2019. Raina lives and works in San Francisco, CA.

Visit her online at www.goRaina.com.

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Customers find the book great for most ages with amazing twists and turns. They also describe the storyline as hilarious and true-to-life. Readers describe the book as an easy, enjoyable read that goes by fast. They find the themes uplifting, good for new language learners, and tragic. Customers also mention that the graphic novels are great.

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Customers find the graphic novels great, nice, and good. They also say the book beautifully captures that period in a teen's life when social awkwardness and awkwardness.

"...it makes me smile and laugh I shared it with my dad and he said it is a good book and I really think u should buy it ☺️" Read more

" This book is great I love that it is true story not made up and when I read guts I was so exited to read smile I think it should be for 2graders..." Read more

"...It's a great book that hardly needs an endorsement at this point." Read more

"... All the books are very good and I have all her books. I read them and take AR tests on them. They are 12 points each which is amazing...." Read more

Customers find the storyline amazing, hilarious, and true-to-life. They also say the book is a fun read for kids and a true story.

"This book is great I love that it is true story not made up and when I read guts I was so exited to read smile I think it should be for 2graders..." Read more

"...So, thank you for a great book that is so funny and relatable. I have to admit, I've read the book at least twice myself...." Read more

"I would recommend this to all of my friends the story is amazing and it relates to real-life a lot" Read more

"...It really is true-to-life , and the fact it takes place in California - where I live - makes it even more relatable. I cried...." Read more

Customers find the book easy and enjoyable to read. They also say it's relatable and keeps them reading. Readers also appreciate the author's confidence and pragmatism. They say the book is an Accelerated Reader book, so they can earn points for it.

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"...What I also liked was that the book was simple and easy to read and I think it was age appropriate...." Read more

"...So, thank you for a great book that is so funny and relatable . I have to admit, I've read the book at least twice myself...." Read more

"...this to all of my friends the story is amazing and it relates to real-life a lot " Read more

Customers find the themes in the book uplifting, teaching lessons, and emotional. They also say the three books in the series really hit home. Readers also mention that the book helps them gain confidence and provides information about braces.

"So I have been reading this and it makes me smile and laugh I shared it with my dad and he said it is a good book and I really think u should buy it..." Read more

"...this book and recommend other kids to read it because it teaches them about the real world ...." Read more

"...I also appreciate that Smile, as well as the other books, teach real world lessons in a way kids can relate with and have a discussion with their..." Read more

"...As it is, I am 34 and this book made me cry , and made me feel so much better about everything...." Read more

Customers find the book great for most ages, and great for girls between ages 9-12. They also say it's heartfelt and funny, and perfect for anyone.

"...was that the book was simple and easy to read and I think it was age appropriate ...." Read more

"...I can't recommend 'Smile' enough. It's heartfelt and funny and perfect for anyone , whether they wear braces or not." Read more

"...novel features a dynamic, relatable protagonist and will appeal to kids a variety of ages ...." Read more

"This book is really good. I’m 13, so I think this book is awesome for people my age , I was really invested in the book and it happy and sad in my..." Read more

Customers find the style of the book awesome and cool.

"SMILE, IS DELIGHTFUL. AND SO HILARIOUS. AND SO CUTE ...." Read more

"This book had amazing twists and turns this book was hilarious and nice I recommend you to read this book and other Raina Telgemeier books" Read more

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"It was good 😊😁 👍 it was so cool 👌😎😎😎👍 it was so funny and cute 😁👍 it was so nice..." Read more

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Smile: A Graphic Novel

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Raina finishes sixth grade on a dour note: While trading yearbook signatures, she receives one from Nicole stating, “Have a nice summer, Vampire-Girl!” (53). In addition to Girl Scout camp and vacation trips, Raina continues her dental visits and receives the dreaded wrap-around headgear. Zits appear on her face just in time for the first day of seventh grade, but her worries dry up when she develops a crush on Sammy, a sixth grader and fellow flute player in band class who also has braces.

In October, an earthquake rips through Raina’s neighborhood. She, her mother, and Amara take safe positions, but Will does not know what is going on and continues to stand by rattling bookshelves. Huddled under the table together, Raina notices that Amara is willingly hugging her and praying for the first time, and the bolts on the bookshelves prevent them from falling on Will. While the power goes out, and the family learns that a portion of the San Francisco–Oakland Bay Bridge has collapsed, the family suffers no serious injuries or property damage, and her father comes home safely.

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