A Letter to Amy
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Picture Book · Ages 3–7 · 1968 · Est. 5 min read-aloud

A Letter to Amy

Written by Ezra Jack Keats

Book #4 in the Picture Puffin Books series

Discover Peter's adventures and friendships in a vibrant neighborhood.

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32 pages· 618 words· Est. 5 min read-aloud· 430L
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Join Peter as he navigates childhood adventures and friendships in a lively neighborhood. From the challenge of sharing his baby sister's new chair to the excitement of sending a special letter to Amy, Peter's world is full of heartwarming moments. Will he find the courage to face his fears and embrace change? These timeless tales, now in paperback, capture the essence of growing up with vivid illustrations and engaging stories that have captivated generations. Dive into Peter's world and experience the joy and challenges of childhood through his eyes.

From the publisher

Generations of children have read, re-read, and loved Ezra Jack Keats’s award-winning, classic stories about Peter and his neighborhood friends. Now, for the first time, Peter’s Chair, A Letter to Amy, and Goggles! are available in paperback exclusively from Puffin.

“A master of ingenious collages, Keats has made brilliant variegated pictures.”—_The Horn Book

_Ezra Jack Keats (1916-1983) was the beloved author and/or illustrator of more than eighty-five books for children.

At a glance
Format
Pages
32
Words
618
Reading age
3–7
Audience
Picture
Lexile
430L
Themes & topics
Books about friendshipBooks about confidenceBooks about letter writingBooks about birthdaysBooks about being yourself
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The fine print

Book details

Reading levels
ATOS
2.4
F&P level
~L
AR points
0.5
AR interest level
LG
AR quiz
27506
Publication
Published
August 1, 1998
First published
January 1, 1968
Edition
Language
English
Type
Picture Book
Identifiers
ISBN
9780670880638

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