In the third installment of this full-color early chapter book series, Priya plans a top-secret anniversary party and helps save manatees!

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This series is part of Scholastics early chapter book line, Branches, aimed at newly independent readers. With easy-to-read text, high-interest content, fast-paced plots, and illustrations on every page, these books will boost reading confidence and stamina. Branches books help readers grow!

Priyas mom wants to surprise Priyas dad with an anniversary party. So Priya gets right to work, making party plans and crafting DIY decorations with help from her best friend Melissa. But Priya finds it hard to keep a secret inside her own house, especially with her dad always being curious about EVERYTHING. Can Priya keep her dad from spoiling the surprise AND make it her parents best anniversary ever?

With color-coded speech bubbles, an engaging diary format, plenty of humor, and vibrant artwork on every page, this series is perfect for newly independent readers! There’s even a fun DIY activity at the back of the book, encouraging kids to make their own decorative cardboard hearts at home!

This book is part of Scholastic’s Summer Reading Program.

Author: Mitali Banerjee RuthsIllustrator: Aaliya JaleelSeries: The Party Diaries (a Branches book)Format:PaperbackProduct dimensions: 80 pages, 8.75 X 6.35 X 0.68 inPublished: October 31, 2023Publisher:Scholastic Inc.Recommended for ages 5-7.