I Love You, Little Truck

By David Miles, Stephanie Miles, Natasha Molins (Illustrator)

Can a parent's love withstand spills and messes? Discover the heartwarming bond between Big Truck and Little Truck.

4.2/5 Goodreads · 47 ratings

24 pages

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Bookroo's summary

In a world of construction trucks, Little Truck worries about making mistakes. Big Truck reassures with unwavering love, even when oil spills or cement mishaps occur. Through charming rhymes and delightful illustrations, this tale explores the boundless love between a parent and child. Will Little Truck find comfort in knowing love endures all challenges?

From the publisher

“LikeMargaret Wise Brown and Clement Hurd’s The Runaway Bunny (1942) andothers before it, this is a heartwarming proclamation of love in all its formsbetween a caregiver and a child. An irresistible presentation of unconditionallove.”–Kirkus Reviews”Sure to be a hit with young construction lovers, and comforting for any child worried about all those ‘What ifs.’”–?School Library Journal A heartwarming “I Love You” book for kids who love trucks.Sometimes kids–and little trucks–need to be reassured of a parent’s love. In I Love You, Little Truck, Big Truck loves Little Truck with a full heart–but Little Truck can’t help but wonder. “Little Truck smiled, then it sank to a frown. / ‘But what about times I might let you down? / Like when I spill oil or get grease on the rugs. / Even then, will you give me your kisses and hugs?” In a heartwarming exchange featuring favorite construction trucks, Big Truck shows how a parent’s love overcomes oil spills, cement, and even the deepest of holes. Adorable illustrations from Natasha Mollins complement the simple, rhyming text to convey an endearing message that kids will want to hear–and feel–again and again. Thick, sturdy artcard and a protective, glossy coating ensures the book will last for many more readings!

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