How long does it take to read Jessica?
Jessica by Kevin Henkes takes about 31 minutes to read at 250 words a minute.
About 31 minutes
An evening's read
First published 1989. 28 pages, about 7,700 words. Written for children.
2 days at 30 minutes a day
Estimate based on 275 words per page.
At other speeds
| Slow, 150 words a minute | 51 minutes |
| Average, 250 words a minute | 31 minutes |
| Fast, 400 words a minute | 19 minutes |
The page count is the median across 13 editions, so your copy may differ. How we calculate.
About the book
"There is no Jessica," said Ruthie's parents. But Ruthie knew there was. She ate with Jessica, played with Jessica, and read her favorite books with her. When the first day of school arrived, Mom and Dad hoped Ruthie would find a real friend. Were they in for a surprise!
Subjects: Imaginary playmates, Fiction, Juvenile fiction, Children's fiction, Imagination, fiction, Friendship, fiction
