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Penguin Young Readers Group

The Magic Chicken #6

The Magic Chicken #6

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Release Date:
Mar 23, 2027

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ABOUT

Can best friends Arnold and Louise capture the magic chicken? Find out in this delightful story perfect for Easter and springtime!

In this story designed to engage early readers, charming characters combine with simple text, lively illustrations, and laugh-out-loud humor to help boost kids' confidence and create lifelong readers!


Louise is on the lookout for the magic chicken. After all, a chicken must be the one responsible for the rainbow-colored eggs Arnold once received in a special basket with a fancy bow. (Everyone knows bunnies don't lay eggs!) But after setting a trap to catch her, will Louise have second thoughts about her strategy?

Follow the delightful duo as they search for the elusive creature in this adventure that's a perfect pick for Easter baskets!

Exciting, easy-to-read books are the stepping stone a young reader needs to bridge the gap between being a beginner and being fluent.

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  • Usually contain complete runs or extensive story arcs
  • Typically 800-1000+ pages
  • Higher price point, often €100-€150

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  • Collect shorter runs or story arcs
  • Usually 300-600 pages
  • Priced between €30-€50

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  • Collect 6-12 issues typically
  • Similar dimensions to single issues, but with a hard cover
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  • Usually collect 4-6 issues
  • Most affordable option, typically €15-€25

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