Summer Story
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Picture Book · Ages 3–6 · 1980 · Est. 12 min read-aloud

Summer Story

Written and illustrated by Jill Barklem

Book #2 in the Brambly Hedge series

A summer wedding in Brambly Hedge takes an unexpected turn.

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32 pages· 1,540 words· Est. 12 min read-aloud· ~500L
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Bookroo's summary

In the sweltering summer of Brambly Hedge, mice Poppy Eyebright and Dusty Dogwood find love by the cooling stream. As they plan their wedding, an unusual venue choice promises surprises. What unexpected twist awaits them in this charming tale of love and adventure?

From the publisher

Celebrate the 40th anniversary of the miniature world of the mice of Brambly Hedge! It was such a hot summer. They sky was deep blue and the sun never faltered. All along Brambly Hedge, the mice did their best to keep cool. Poppy Eyebright sought refuge in the mossy shadows of the mill wheel; Dusty Dogwood took to walking by the banks of the cooling stream. Dusty and Poppy spent more and more time together, so no one was at all surprised when they announced their engagement. They decided on a very unusual setting for the wedding ceremony, but even they didn’t realise just how unusual it was prove to be!Also look out for Spring Story, Autumn Story and Winter Story!

At a glance
Format
Hardcover
Pages
32
Words
1,540
Reading age
3–6
Audience
Picture
Lexile
~500L
Themes & topics
Books about miceBooks about summerBooks about familyBooks about seasonsBooks about weddings
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The fine print

Book details

Reading levels
ATOS
~3.3
F&P level
~N
Publication
Published
April 18, 2017
First published
January 1, 1980
Edition
Language
English
Type
Picture Book
Identifiers
ISBN
9780001839236

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