The Toothpaste Millionaire
of Jean Merrill
Description
Sixth-grader Rufus Mayflower doesn't set out to become a millionaire. He just wants to save on toothpaste. Betting he can make a gallon of his own for the same price as one tube from the store, Rufus develops a step-by-step production plan with help from his good friend Kate MacKinstrey. By the time he reaches the eighth grade, Rufus makes more than a gallon -- he makes a million! This fun, breezy story set in 1960s Cleveland, Ohio contains many real-life mathematical problems which the characters must solve to succeed in their budding business. Includes black-and-white illustrations by Jan Palmer.This 35th anniversary edition includes an exclusive author interview and reader's guide with book summary and discussion questions.
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Book Details
- Format Paperback
- Pages 129 pages
- Publisher HMH Books for Young Readers
- Publication Date September 4th 2006
- First Publication 1972
- Language English
- ISBN 9780618759255
- Edition Illustrated
- Category Fiction
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