The Jolly Postman
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Picture Book · Ages 4–7 · 1986 · Est. 3 min read-aloud

The Jolly Postman

Written by Allan Ahlberg · Illustrated by Janet Ahlberg

Part of the The Jolly Postman series

Discover secret letters between fairy tale characters and reimagine classic stories.

5.8/7 Bookroo expert·4.5/5 Goodreads · 12,827 ratings
32 pages· 343 words· Est. 3 min read-aloud· ~350L
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Bookroo's summary

Step into a whimsical world where fairy tale characters exchange letters, revealing hidden stories and unexpected connections. What secrets lie in Goldilocks' note to the Three Bears? Who dares to write to the Wicked Witch? Uncover the playful correspondence that reimagines beloved tales, offering a fresh twist on timeless adventures. Dive into this enchanting collection and let your imagination soar as you explore the hidden lives of your favorite storybook characters.

From the publisher

This gorgeously illustrated, full-color classic celebrates a time before email by depicting amusing correspondence between fairy tale and Mother Goose characters. What could possibly be in a letter from Goldilocks to the Three Bears? Who would write to the Wicked Witch? Open this book, take out the letters, and discover what favorite characters would write to each other–and reimagine best-loved tales together.

Awards

FCBG Children’s Book Award (1987)
At a glance
Format
Hardcover
Pages
32
Words
343
Reading age
4–7
Audience
Picture
Lexile
~350L
Themes & topics
What readers & critics say

Reviews

5.8

out of 7

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The fine print

Book details

Reading levels
ATOS
2.5
F&P level
~K
AR points
0.5
AR interest level
LG
AR quiz
67126
Publication
Published
September 1, 2001
First published
January 1, 1986
Publisher
LB Kids
Edition
Language
English
Type
Picture Book
Identifiers
ISBN
9780316126441
LCCN
86080044
OCLC
232648458

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