Just Because You're Mine
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Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2011

Just Because You're Mine

By Sally Lloyd-Jones, Frank Endersby (Illustrator)

A young squirrel wonders why his father loves him. Discover the heartwarming truth.

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32 pages
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Little Red Squirrel is on a quest to uncover why his daddy loves him. Is it his climbing skills, bravery, or his knack for finding secret berries? As he explores these possibilities, he learns a touching lesson about the true nature of unconditional love. This charming tale invites readers to ponder the depth of a parent's affection, leaving them with a warm reminder of love's simplicity and power. Join Little Red Squirrel in this delightful journey that echoes the timeless themes of beloved classics, sparking curiosity and warmth in every heart.

From the publisher

From New York Times bestselling author Sally Lloyd-Jones and illustrator Frank Endersby comes a classic story about the nature of unconditional love.Little Red Squirrel tries to guess the reason that his daddy loves him–is it because he is a good High Climber, and Brave, and Fast, and Completely Handsome? Could it be because he’s so Friendly? Or maybe it’s because he’s so good at finding Top Secret Berries?The answer is a heartwarming testament to a parent’s love for a child.Perfect for fans of Guess How Much I Love You by Sam McBratney and classics such as The Runaway Bunny by Margaret Wise Brown.

At a glance
Format
Hardcover
Pages
32
Reading age
4–8
Audience
Picture
Lexile
~361L
Themes & topics
Books about feelings and emotionsBooks about loveBooks about familyBooks about parentsBooks about squirrels and chipmunks
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The fine print

Book details

Reading levels
ATOS
2.6
F&P level
~K
AR points
0.5
AR interest level
LG
AR quiz
153268
Publication
Published
December 27, 2011
First published
September 1, 2011
Publisher
HarperCollins
Edition
Language
English
Type
Picture Book
Identifiers
ISBN
9780062014764

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