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The Story of Tracy Beaker Paperback – International Edition, November 28, 2006

by Jacqueline Wilson (Author), Nick Sharratt (Illustrator)

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A fabulous new look for this classic and much-loved tale featuring Jacqueline's most popular character.
'I'm Tracy Beaker. This is a book all about me. I'd read it if I were you. It's the most incredible dynamic heart-rending story. Honest.'

Tracy is ten years old. She lives in a Children's Home but would like a real home one day with a real family. Meet Tracy, follow her story and share her hopes for the future in this beautifully observed, touching and often very funny tale, all told in Tracy's own words.

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9 - 12 years
Book 1 of 4

Tracy Beaker
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160 pages
Language

English
Grade level

4 - 7
Lexile measure

730L
Dimensions

5.06 x 0.57 x 7.79 inches
Publisher

Corgi
Publication date

November 28, 2006
ISBN-10

9780440867579
ISBN-13

978-0440867579
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“Wilson again shapes a convincing and memorable heroine with a snappy, fresh voice.” -- Publishers Weekly

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TRACY BEAKER'S NOT exactly sure what her mother does, because Tracy has been in foster care for as long as she can remember. Maybe one day Tracy's mother will show up and reclaim her long-lost daughter, but in the meantime, Tracy's doing everything she can to take care of herself--even though she has to share her birthday cake. Then a journalist shows up to write a story about their orphanage, and she and Tracy strike up a special friendship.

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ASIN ‏ : ‎ 0440867576
Publisher ‏ : ‎ Corgi (November 28, 2006)
Language ‏ : ‎ English
Paperback ‏ : ‎ 160 pages
ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 9780440867579
ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-0440867579
Reading age ‏ : ‎ 9 - 12 years
Lexile measure ‏ : ‎ 730L
Grade level ‏ : ‎ 4 - 7
Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 2.31 pounds
Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 5.06 x 0.57 x 7.79 inches

Best Sellers Rank: #5,682,819 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
- #1,652 in Children's Books on Marriage & Divorce
- #2,153 in Children's Books on Orphans & Foster Homes
- #22,009 in Children's School Issues

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Dame Jacqueline Wilson, DBE, FRSL (born 17 December 1945) is an English writer of children's literature. Because her novels commonly deal with themes as adoption, divorce and mental illness, her work has been called controversial because her readers are young. For her lifetime contribution as a children's writer, Wilson was a UK nominee for the international Hans Christian Andersen Award in 2014.

Wilson is the author of many book series. Her Tracy Beaker series, inaugurated in 1991 with The Story of Tracy Beaker, includes three sequels and has been adapted into four CBBC television series: The Story of Tracy Beaker, Tracy Beaker Returns, The Dumping Ground and The Tracy Beaker Files. In February 2016 will mark the 25th anniversary of Trace Beaker, Wilson will also release a book called The Story Of Tracy Beaker: 25th anniversary.

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olga

Be positive and strong!

Reviewed in the United States on August 18, 2015

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I love this book! It is an amazing book I think because It describes real life the bad things and the good things of living without a family. Even if you hate you enemy you feel bad if he does not feel well! I recommend this book to everyone who likes a bit of romance, naughty little girls and having fun!

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Gloria

The Story of Tracy Beaker

Reviewed in the United States on August 8, 2017

This book is hilarious! Tracy Beaker is so naughty,and I would love to foster her. Jacqueline Wilson is the best author EVER!

Reviewed in the United States on March 5, 2013

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It was funny and care and creative . I really enjoyed it. I only started reading because I just moved to England from Florida and I wanted to watch some of the TV shows and I scrolled onto Tracy Beaker and my favourite episode is : I'm not in LOVE! Jacqueline Wilson is amazing! And guess who Tracy's first kiss was named Wilson. Do you see where they relate.

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Rajiv

A wonderful story about Tracy Beaker!

Reviewed in the United States on December 6, 2005

While I was in the library, walking down the various aisles, I saw this book, and thought that it was a little strange for a children's book. Curious as to what the story was about, I decided to take it. Once I started reading it, I just couldn't put this book down. I finished reading it entirely in one sitting. It is one of the best books that I feel I have read recently.

Tracy Beaker is a young girl who lives in a children's home. She tells us a little about her likes, dislikes, and other aspects of her personality before the story starts. She hopes that her mother (who Tracy says is famous actress) will come one day and pick her up, and will share her adventures with Tracy. Until then, she decides to spend her time by writing her autobiography (which is what this book is all about). She writes down her bad experiences in the foster homes that she lived in, her rivalry with Justine Littlewood, and her silly friendship with Peter Ingham, among other things.

Jacqueline Wilson did a wonderful job in writing this book. Since this is the first book that I had read of hers, I feel tempted to read her other works. She portrays the life of Tracy in different angles, and tells the story in such a humorous way that it just draws the readers and makes them feel for the character. Nick Sharratt drew cute illustrations that went well with the story. What made me enjoy this book more was the fact that it was told in a realistic way. It doesn't have the typical happy ending, but you feel satisfied and happy for Tracy in the end anyway. The language is simple, but I wouldn't advice children below 8 to read this book, as it contains quite a bit of profanity.

"The story of Tracy Beaker" is funny, emotional, and told in a unique way, and I would recommend anyone, adult or child, to pick up a copy and read it.

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Emma Staicer

Awesome book

Reviewed in the United States on July 13, 2014

made me feel like I was Tracy. this book is very sad , yet happy at the s name time. It is a really good choice for kids the ages 9- 13.

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Vezzagabezza

this book is the best ever!!!!!!!

Reviewed in the United States on February 28, 2002

If your a fan on Jaquelines books this is a must read book. Its the BEST ever! Tracy Beaker is such a funny character and I had a fare few laughs from the book and also tears. After you read this book i can reccomend the dare game which follows on from the story of tracy beaker. If you want a book which will make you laugh and that you can read over and over again, This is the 1!!!!!

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Jennifer Tzivia MacLeod, author of the Seven Day Manuscript Machine and Writing the Bible for Kids

A good book, but hard to get used to British phrases...Review by YMP, Age 11

Reviewed in the United States on June 14, 2006

Review by YMP, age 11:

This is another winner from Jacqueline Wilson. It is a wonderful story about a child named Tracy Beaker who has spent almost her whole life in Children's Care. Even if you haven't been in foster care before, you can relate to her experiences. She has troubles just like everybody(Read: Peter Ingham, a weedy little kid who thinks she is his friend just because they share a birthday, and Justine Littlewood, a nasty snitch who is mean to everybody except Tracy's ex-best friend) but not quite like everybody. The characters are well thought out and the ending, where you don't know if Cam will adopt her yet, leaves you asking for more. This book is good for adults who like a short, funny story or kids who like books about other kids (basically every kid). Myself, I didn't half like it.If you liked this book, try reading The Suitcase Kid, also by Jacqueline Wilson.I have only given it 4 stars, because Americans and Canadians might find it hard to get used to Tracy's British vocabulary.
--YMP

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catherinea

Excellent value

Reviewed in the United Kingdom on February 26, 2024

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The recipient was very pleased with the book.

Janet Díaz Sam

Amazing and entertaining book!!!!

Reviewed in Spain on June 22, 2022

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Such a good and entertaining book!! I love the way that this writer writes books in a very unique and amazing way!! Totally loved this booked and will probably finish it in less than 2 weeks!! It has 216 pages!! Would recommend

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Music♡

Light read for kids

Reviewed in India on October 22, 2020

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Funny light read

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Livre imposé par l'Ecole

Reviewed in France on February 26, 2017

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Ce livre n'a pas plu à ma fille de 12 ans en école bilingue.
Histoire peu intéressante et un peu dur à comprendre.

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ひこ・田中

憎たらしい子どもだけど、愛しい。

Reviewed in Japan on July 12, 2011

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　名前：トレーシー・ビーカー。
　年齢：十才と二ヶ月。
　誕生日：五月八日。
と、「わたしのお話ノート・自分のこと」から始まる物語は、トレーシー・ビーカーがトレーシー・ビーカーを語る形式で進みます。
　家族構成：ママとパパはいない。
　ママの新しい夫が、小さな頃のトレーシーを殴ったので、彼女は今施設にいる。「小さい頃の」、そして今は十才。だから、結局ママだって迎えにきてはいないのだけど、トレーシーはママは忙しいからだと、思っている（ようにしている）。もうすぐ迎えに来てくれてここを出ていくから、学校でもあんまり友達をつくらないでいる（ようにしている）。いろんな子どもが、貰われてい
くけど、彼女はそうならない。
　ある日、ソーシャルワーカーのエレインにもらったノートに、これを書いている。
　彼女は自分が平気で嘘をつくことを認めている。そして、だから、このノートにだって、嘘を書く。「あたし。ときどきうそをつくっていったでしょう？
　でも、そのほうがすっとおもしろくなるじゃない。ほんとうのことなんか書いてどうなるの？」というわけ。
　でも、ということは、「そのほうがすっとおもしろくなるじゃない。ほんとうのことなんか書いてどうなるの？」だって、嘘かもしれない。
　「気持ち」を生き延びさせるために、トレーシーはこんな風に生きている。とても扱いにくい子どもだけど、憎たらしい子どもだけど、愛しい。そこが良く書けていて感心。

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