The Love Letter
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Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2019 · Est. 7 min read-aloud

The Love Letter

By Anika Aldamuy Denise, Lucy Ruth Cummins (Illustrator)

Three friends find mysterious love letters. Who sent them?

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40 pages· 859 words· Est. 7 min read-aloud
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Bookroo's summary

Hedgehog, Bunny, and Squirrel stumble upon mysterious love letters, sparking curiosity and excitement. As they ponder who might be the secret admirer, their friendship is tested and strengthened. This delightful tale of unexpected surprises and heartfelt connections invites readers to explore the power of kindness and love. Will the friends discover the true sender, or is the answer closer than they think? Dive into this charming story that celebrates friendship and the joy of giving and receiving love.

From the publisher

An Indie Next List Pick * “Appealing illustrations combine with a timely message that one kind act can start a chain reaction of kindness. A sweet and far-from-cloying ode to love.” —Kirkus Fall in love with this endearing and adorable picture book that illustrates how a little bit of heart goes a long way to making the world a better place. Hedgehog, Bunny, and Squirrel are best friends. One day, they each find a letter. But not just any letter… A love letter. My word! My whiskers! Aww, nuts! Someone loves them. But who? The answer may surprise you! Celebrated author Anika Aldamuy Denise and beloved illustrator Lucy Ruth Cummins deliver this heartwarming tale about a wonderful mix-up that reminds us of the joys of friendship. Makes for a perfect Valentine’s Day gift, or for any time you want to tell someone in your life how much you love them!

At a glance
Format
Hardcover
Pages
40
Words
859
Reading age
4–8
Audience
Picture
Lexile
~401L
Themes & topics
Books about friendshipBooks about feelings and emotionsBooks about social themesBooks about bunnies and rabbitsBooks about emotions
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Book details

Reading levels
ATOS
2.8
F&P level
~L
AR points
0.5
AR interest level
LG
AR quiz
507670
Publication
Published
October 8, 2019
First published
January 1, 2019
Publisher
HarperCollins
Edition
Language
English
Type
Picture Book
Identifiers
ISBN
9780062741578

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